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Olie Brice / Achim Kaufmann: Of Tides
ByBrice's instinct that he wanted to play with Kaufmann proved to be spot on, as the two have a great deal in common and are highly compatible, each being involved in a number of ensemblessome as leaderand composing too. Kaufmann impressed Brice with his flexibility and the range of his playing styles which include jazz (for example, see the YouTube clip below of his solo performance of "Crisp Day" by Herbie Nichols) as well as abstract playing and going inside the piano. The five tracks here, totalling just over an hour of music, contain abundant evidence of his versatility and ability to weave such diverse elements together into a coherent, satisfying whole. Although improvised, this will appeal to jazz and improv fans alike.
Key to the music's success is the evident empathy and sense of discovery shared by the pair. Throughout, there is a pervasive feeling that they respect one another as equals, each prepared to give the other time and space before coming back and responding appropriately. Overall, their playing together is highly reminiscent of players who know each other's playing inside-out after decades performing togetherbut we must remember that this recording comes from the early days of their time together. Yet, if this music were wine, it would not be fruity and fresh but full-bodied, mellow and mature. It certainly whets the appetite for further recordings of Brice and Kaufmann together.
Track Listing
Moss Grew in the Cracks; The Rumble of Constant Adjustment; Cogitations; To Heap; Of Tides.
Personnel
Olie Brice
bass, acousticOlie Brice: double bass; Achim Kaufmann: piano.
Album information
Title: Of Tides | Year Released: 2017 | Record Label: Babel Label
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