Home » Jazz Articles » Album Review » Sean Smith: Poise
Sean Smith: Poise
ByOn this release, pianist, Bill Charlap, and guitarist, Keith Ganz contribute their able talents to selected tracks, whereas the core band features, Smith, alto saxophonist, Allen Mezquida, and drummer, Russell Meissner. In addition, this outing was recorded using the “Sony” Corporation’s new “Direct Stream Digital” technology. Essentially, this effort is all about warmly stated lines atop buoyantly executed mid-tempo swing vamps on pieces such as “Hook, Line and Sinker,” and “Tropical Depression.” Overall, Smith maintains a solid yet fluid flow, while Mezquida generally establishes the melodies via his gingerly rendered yet often-peppery choruses. With “Short Ballad,” Charlap provides a bit of depth thanks to his sympathetic interpretation of the composition while also dispensing a little breathing room for Smith to stretch his wares. Meanwhile, Ganz’s dark toned electric guitar phraseology on “Hugging The Edges,” is topped off by Mezquida’s breezy lines; although, Meissner effectively staggers the flow with offbeat measures and delicate accents. No doubt, this band surges forward with a noticeable degree of self-assurance and refinement. Hence, the title of this production provides credence to the musicians’ articulate interplay and tightly integrated approach. Recommended
Track Listing
1.Hook, Line And Sinker 2.Hugging The Edges 3.A Carol For You 4.Wise Guise 5.Short Ballad 6.Tropical Depression 7.Gratitude In The Minor 8.A Blues For Donald 9.Nobody
Personnel
Sean Smith
bass, acousticSean Smith: bass
Album information
Title: Poise | Year Released: 2002 | Record Label: Ambient Records
< Previous
Ben Monder: Le Monde du Monder
Comments
About Sean Smith
Instrument: Bass, acoustic
Related Articles | Concerts | Albums | Photos | Similar To