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Branko Arnsek: Move Closer!
ByThe driving rhythm of the opening track, "Becanovic," moves through various jazz flavors from modern to big band also provides an excellent introduction to the musicians' skillful playing, including Arnsek on bass, János Löber on trumpet, Michael Mischl on drums, Anton Mangold on alto saxophone, Frank Eberle on piano, and Reinier Ceruto on percussion.
While the music on this album does show a variety of musical influences, Latin music is the most evident. Many of Arnsek's compositions have been inspired by the music of Cuba, and this element is further accented with Johana Jo Jones's vocals. Songs such as "No Sabes" and "Balanza" feature a soulful jazz groove, with the Spanish lyrics adding a Latin flavor. "Charlie," presents a solid son cubano feel, reminiscent of The Buena Vista Social Club.
Although Cuban music is prominent here, jazz is at the forefront of Move Closer!. Songs such as "Obatala" and "Delay" feature some serious straight-ahead jazz, while others such as "Sirba me da" and "D'Avinci" have a more modern jazz sound. Whatever style they are working with, there is plenty of room for improvisation. These are serious jazz musicians with some excellent chops.
Arnsek is recognized for his contributions to Latin jazz, and is considered "one of the best bassists in the field of Cuban music in Germany. Move Closer! demonstrates his skill not only as an ambassador of Cuban music but as a true jazz artist as well.
Track Listing
Bečanović; No Sabes; Obatala; D'Avinci; Charlie; Balanza; Sirba Me Da; Delay; J*A*Z*Z.
Personnel
Branko Arnsek
bass, acousticFrank Eberle
pianoAnton Mangold
saxophone, altoJános Löber
trumpetMichael Mischl
drumsReinier Ceruto
percussionJohana Jo Jones
vocalsAlbum information
Title: Move Closer! | Year Released: 2022 | Record Label: 59music
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Instrument: Bass, acoustic
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