The subtle and quietly exotic music of Michael Mason’s Transcendence rewards those who give it a close listen.
—Scott Yankow
AVG Records is proud to announce the new release from critically acclaimed Jazz Flutist, Michael Mason, Transcendence
Transcendence is a nine song compilation of jazz/world fusion/rock original composed/arranged/orchestrated and performed by Mason, with his long time band of gifted musicians.
From upbeat guitar riffs on “Joy” to the worldly “Night Skies” with the usage of multiple woodwind instrumentation has Michael floating on top of the musical notes with elegant ease; to the pieces of meditation in “Aloft” and “Together" will leave you feeling like you are floating amongst the clouds
Featured on the recordings are Michael Mason plays 18Karat &14 Karat Rose Gold Flutes from Miyazawa, Muramatsu, Nagaraha, Oriental BAWU and American Indian Hulusi Flutes Danny Goessling: Hang Drums and Hand Pans; Geoffrey Lowe: Acoustic/Fretless Basses; Jose Natal and Aras Biskis: World Percussion Drums & Instruments; Scott Ashley and Fareed Haque: Electric Guitars; Dave Rice: Piano/Keyboards.
Michael recordings have been heard worldwide on Jazz and College stations. In addition, Michael has performed at many Jazz Festivals around the world, while also appearing at NACA (National Association of Campus Activities) Regional and National Convention Mainstage and Performing Arts stages. His credits include being a special guest at Artist-In-Residency Programs, Presenting Clinics/Workshops at various Universities nationwide; teaching private student’s improvisation while also appearing as a guest musician on various other Artists recording projects. His passion for sharing his musical gifts keeps him available for all musical possibilities.
Transcendence is available on Amazon.com, Spotify.com, iTunes.com, IHeartRadio.com, Deezer and various outlets worldwide.
Transcendence is a nine song compilation of jazz/world fusion/rock original composed/arranged/orchestrated and performed by Mason, with his long time band of gifted musicians.
From upbeat guitar riffs on “Joy” to the worldly “Night Skies” with the usage of multiple woodwind instrumentation has Michael floating on top of the musical notes with elegant ease; to the pieces of meditation in “Aloft” and “Together" will leave you feeling like you are floating amongst the clouds
Featured on the recordings are Michael Mason plays 18Karat &14 Karat Rose Gold Flutes from Miyazawa, Muramatsu, Nagaraha, Oriental BAWU and American Indian Hulusi Flutes Danny Goessling: Hang Drums and Hand Pans; Geoffrey Lowe: Acoustic/Fretless Basses; Jose Natal and Aras Biskis: World Percussion Drums & Instruments; Scott Ashley and Fareed Haque: Electric Guitars; Dave Rice: Piano/Keyboards.
About Michael Mason
As a highly skilled, sort after musician, Michael has worked with James Newton, Ian Anderson, Edward “Kid” Jordan, Chicago’s legendary Fred Anderson owner of the Velvet Lounge and acclaimed flutist, James Galway and with some of the most talented jazz musicians in the Chicago area. Michael's long-time musical influences are James Newton, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Eric Dolphy, Sun Ra, Yusef Lateef and the AACM.Michael recordings have been heard worldwide on Jazz and College stations. In addition, Michael has performed at many Jazz Festivals around the world, while also appearing at NACA (National Association of Campus Activities) Regional and National Convention Mainstage and Performing Arts stages. His credits include being a special guest at Artist-In-Residency Programs, Presenting Clinics/Workshops at various Universities nationwide; teaching private student’s improvisation while also appearing as a guest musician on various other Artists recording projects. His passion for sharing his musical gifts keeps him available for all musical possibilities.
Transcendence is available on Amazon.com, Spotify.com, iTunes.com, IHeartRadio.com, Deezer and various outlets worldwide.
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