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Ross Margitza: Discovery

by Jack Bowers
October 2, 2026

Discovery is a well-polished and smooth-running vehicle for pianist and composer Ross Margitza's able trio, further enhanced on the opening track by the uncommon talents of its special guest, soprano saxophonist Joel Frahm, and on four by the Soha Quartet's shimmering strings. Truth be told, the album would be impressive even if it were comprised of the trio alone--as is the case on three of the last four numbers--as Margitza is an admirable soloist who oversees a stalwart ...