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Patrick Leonard: Rivers
ByThe planning for this disc began as Leonard got musically inspired while visiting the banks of great rivers such as the Missouri, the Madison, and the Shoshone, where for two weeks he cast his rod into the mighty waters and caught many fish. After the expedition, not only could Leonard tune a piano, but he could also tuna fish! Seriously though, there is nothing fishy about the actual music on this disc, and the scales that Leonard plays on the piano aren't fish scales. Most of the performances on this date are in a trio setting with John Pattitucci on bass, and Luis Conti on percussion. The decision to package the CD in the form of a small book containing a diary detailing the fishing trip was no fluke; it serves to enhance the total presentation of this CD. When I slipped the disc into my CD player, I said to myself "holy mackerel, this is good music". Pianist Leonard doesn't flounder here, but creates an interesting variety of moods and themes, without rocking the boat. So, if you like quiet, soft music that is guaranteed not to give you a haddock, you may just fall for this disc- hook, line, and sinker.
Track Listing
Day 1.Lewis/Shoshone; Day 2. The Slough; Day 3. The Lamar Valley; Day 4. Boy Scouts & Cutthroats; Day 5. Livingston D.C.; Day 6. The Missouri; Day 7. Floating With Amos; Day 8. The Madison; Day 9. Spring Creek
Personnel
Patrick Leonard (piano); John Patitucci (bass); Luis Conti (percussion); Sachi Patitucci (cello)
Album information
Title: Rivers | Year Released: 2000 | Record Label: Unitone Recordings
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