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Helena Kay's KIM Trio: Moon Palace
ByThe opener "L And D" is characterised by its alternately fast/slow tempos and Kay's lines being closely shadowed by Ingamells. Additionally there's the added bonus of exuberant solos by the bassist and Ireland on drums. The Latin-esque "Feijão" is a double tribute, primarily it's a heartfelt paean to the great Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim but it's also a reference to Kay's change to a vegan diet, since the Portugese title translates as "beans." "Kim" is a sprightly interpretation of the Charlie Parker number made all the more intriguing by the fact that it's effectively a duet between Kay and Ingamells on drums.
Named after the street Kay stayed in whilst visiting New York, the pedestrian pace of "Perry St" holds several surprises. No fewer than three times there's a deliberately coordinated drop-out lasting a full five seconds each time. The number is held together by its andante tempo as emphasised by pizzicato bass, and slinky tenor melody. The ensuing title track has a labyrinthine quality but is no less appealing for that. The stately head yields to a flourish of tenor deftly underpinned by bass and drums. The set concludes with Hoagy Carmichael's famous standard "Stardust," Kay playing unaccompanied here with sheer elegance and fluidity throughout the duration of the three and a half minute tune.
Track Listing
L And D; Feijão; Kim; Strawberry Terrace; Perry St; Moon Palace; Stardust.
Personnel
Helena Kay
saxophoneHelena Kay: tenor saxophone; Ferg Ireland: double bass; David Ingamells: drums.
Album information
Title: Moon Palace | Year Released: 2018 | Record Label: Ubuntu Music
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