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The Vandermark 5: Free Jazz Classics Vols. 1 & 2
by Frank Rubolino
When Ken Vandermark released Burn the Incline a few years ago, the first thousand copies included a second disc of The Vandermark 5 playing classic compositions by noted jazz luminaries. Subsequently, the same promotional ploy was used on Acoustic Machine, with the band presenting yet another batch of music by noted performers/composers. This double recording packages ...
Natto Quartet: Headlands
by Frank Rubolino
Sounds of the mystical Orient and the more assertive Western world clash head-on when the Natto Quartet ignites. Philip Gelb, an extremely versatile and resourceful shakuhachi player, and Shoko Hikage, an astute proponent of the ancient koto, contribute the Eastern sensibilities that flow well beyond the cultural borders of their instruments’ roots. On the Western front, ...
Lesli Dalaba / Fred Frith / Eric Glick Rieman / Carla Kihlstedt: DalabaFrithGlickRiemanKihlstedt
by Frank Rubolino
Guitarist Fred Frith lists maniacal laughter as another instrument on the collaborative session with trumpeter Lesli Dalaba, pianist Eric Glick Rieman, and violinist Carla Kihlstedt. Indeed, a sense of animated gaiety countered with sadness protrudes from many angles. The strings, horn, and keys all promote references to uncontained frolicking, remorsefulness, and many other emotions of the ...
Alberto Pinton Clear Now: Terraferma
by Frank Rubolino
A call to order from trumpeter Kyle Gregory announces the forced march through rugged terrain by multi-reed player Alberto Pinton and his quartet Clear Now. Recorded in concert in Italy, these two strong personalities focus on intertwining their horns around Pinton’s 14 short but dynamic compositions. Bassist Salvatore Maiore and drummer Roberto Dani spur the drive ...
Kyle Bruckmann: Grand Mal
by Frank Rubolino
A branch of improvising artists with roots on the USA's West Coast flourishes on not being satisfied with the status quo. These Bay Area renegades continue to push the envelope in search of that which is truly new. Their unique experimental environment has beckoned woodwind player Kyle Bruckmann from his Midwest abode on several occasions. On ...
Trio X at Diverse Works
by Frank Rubolino
Trio X DiverseWorks Houston, TX June 28, 2002 In continuation of the growing list of stellar performers who have appeared in Houston under the auspices of the Pauline Oliveros Foundation, Joe McPhee, Dominic Duval, and Jay Rosen, collectively known as Trio X, made a deep impression at this early summer concert ...
Jane Ira Bloom Quartet Premieres "Chasing Paint" at The Museum of Fine Arts in Houston
by Frank Rubolino
Jane Ira Bloom Quartet Museum of Fine Arts Houston, TX March 9, 2002 Jane Ira Bloom composed a suite in eight movements inspired by eight paintings of Jackson Pollock. She and her quartet gave the world premiere of the work in Houston at the prestigious Museum of Fine Arts. With Fred ...
Mats Gustafsson / Paul Lovens Duo & Leroy Jenkins Solo at Diverse Works
by Frank Rubolino
Mats Gustafsson / Paul Lovens Duo & Leroy Jenkins Solo Diverse Works Houston, TX June 16-22, 2001 The final two concerts of the Pauline Oliveros Foundation's season featured the duo of Mats Gustafsson and Paul Lovens on their 'Nothing to Read' tour, and Leroy Jenkins in a solo performance. Both concerts ...
Sun Ra Arkestra Directed by Marshall Allen at MECA
by Frank Rubolino
Sun Ra Arksesta Directed by Marshall Allen MECA Houston, TX November 15, 1999 Curator David Dove continued his quest to expose Houston audiences to world class improvising artists by presenting the Sun Ra Arkestra under the direction of Marshall Allen. The band worked its magic on November 17, 1999, at ...
Steve Lacy with Irene Aebi at Diverse Works in Houston
by Frank Rubolino
Steve Lacy with Irene Aebi Diverse Works Houston, TX October 19, 1999 Houston promoter, curator, trombonist, and staunch supporter of the arts David Dove spearheaded a stellar concert in Houston this Fall that rewarded the enthusiastic audience with a delightfully creative set. Steve Lacy with Irene Aebi performed on October 19, ...
