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Alexander Hawkins: Song Unconditional
Song Unconditional marks his third solo recording, following Iron Into Wind (Pears from an Elm) (Intakt, 2019) and Song Singular (Babel, 2014). Each release reflects both a refinement of his technique and an evolution of his musical voice. As with his previous solo outings, Hawkins favors brevity and precision—there are no indulgences here. Yet within these compact compositions lies a wealth of emotion and depth.
His playing evokes the elegant clarity of John Lewis (of the Modern Jazz Quartet) infused with the exploratory spirit of Geri Allen. Hawkins bridges the worlds of modern jazz and contemporary classical music, constantly engaging in a dynamic dialogue between his left and right hands. In Song Unconditional, he distills his influences into a cohesive, intimate, and expressive statement, one that confirms his singular place in today's creative music landscape.
Track Listing
Polyphonic Song; Her Heart Carries Gold to Match Her Eyes; Song of Infinite Variations; Song Bewildered; Satin Antiphonal; Song Symmetrical; Two Trees Equal; Song of Balance; Crinkle, Crinkle; Song of Work Still To Do; Song of Interdependence; Song in Orbit; Song of a Quiet Ecstatic.
Personnel
Alexander Hawkins
pianoAdditional Instrumentation
Alexander Hawkins: piano
Album information
Title: Song Unconditional | Year Released: 2025 | Record Label: Intakt
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