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Tim Berne: The Sublime and...
ByThis double disc documents one of the finest examples of the current creative hurdle of incorporating traditional elements of jazz (i.e. solos, harmony, swing, and form) with more recent directions in music in the form of electronica. Craig Taborn's conception and integration of laptop electronics combined with the more traditional Fender Rhodes sound is creative and damn inspiring. He and guitarist Ducret share the ability to create harmonies for the band that serve as a solid foundation for others' improvisation, while being ghostly and ephemeral at the same time. Ducret's guitar playing is exciting and raw as he uncovers personal ways to approach the instrument both as a soloist and as a member of a tight ensemble.
Tim Berne continues to expand and develop his oeuvre and mature as an artist. The integration of his angular melodic style fits flawlessly within the context of this ensemble's voice. It's interesting how producer David Torn has handled the alto horn in this context as well, discovering subtle ways to help blend Berne's tart tone into the overall group sound. Berne has written some tough, tricky music and has put together a band that can put fire and soul into the forms he's created, in the process transforming those forms into beautiful modern music.
Highly recommended to modern jazz fans, especially those interested in exploring new ways of developing ensemble relationships.
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Track Listing
1. Van Gundy's Retreat (Berne) - 10:43 2. The Shell Game (Berne) - 23:59 3. Mrs. Subliminal/Clownfinger (Berne) - 30:18 4. Smallfry (Berne/Taborn) - 6:17 5. Jalape
Personnel
Tim Berne
saxophone, altoTim Berne - Alto Sax; Marc Ducret - Electric Guitar; Tom Rainey - Drums; Craig Taborn - Organ, Keyboards, Fender Rhodes.
Album information
Title: The Sublime and... | Year Released: 2003 | Record Label: Thirsty Ear Recordings
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About Tim Berne
Instrument: Saxophone, alto
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