G. Auric - Film Music-Vol. 2 - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

After the of their first CD InchWhiteInch, which received an ECHO Klassik award, the Amaryllis Quartett continues it's successful CD series with InchBlueInch. This time, alongside the shimmering magic of Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel, the young, internationally acclaimed and award-winning musicians perform the world premiere of a quartet by the Chinese composer Lin Yang, who has dedicated the work to them. It is impressive how the tonal concentration of contemporary music and the richness of impressionistic works unfold when juxtaposed. State of the art quartet playing at the highest level!

Limited yellow colored vinyl LP pressing. In 1962, Gordon relocated to Paris, where he became part of a vibrant jazz community. He was already a well-established figure in the jazz world due to his groundbreaking work in the 1940s and 1950s. His decision to live in Europe revitalized his career, allowing him to continue evolving as a musician away from the struggles in the USA he enjoyed enormous respect in Europe, which allowed him to perform freely, often in clubs and on tours, without the burdens of American racism. Paris had long been a haven for jazz musicians artists like Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, and John Coltrane were celebrated in Europe, and the French jazz scene, in particular, became a hotspot for both American expatriates and European musicians. Dexter Gordon quickly became one of the leading figures in that scene. Our Man in Paris is a celebrated jazz album and it is widely regarded as one of Gordon's best works. It is considered one of Gordon's finest albums due to it's blend of bebop virtuosity, lyrical improvisation, and the tight interplay between world-class musicians a classic jazz record, beloved for it's authenticity and the inspired performances of Dexter Gordon and his ensemble. This album is now considered a classic in the jazz canon that's not only a remarkable album because of it's flawless execution and historical significance, but it also captures a pivotal moment in jazz history where American jazz musicians were embracing new experiences and sounds in Europe and captures the essence of Gordon's bebop roots while showcasing the influence of his time in Europe.

Peace & joy abound in this gentle recording of holiday classics by Harbison, the finger-picking solo acoustic guitarist regarded as Inchthe best thing to happen to Washington since they paved Wisconsin AvenueInch by the Washington Post; his clean, precise renderings of old favorites are suitable for family sing-a-longs, but his delicate, reverent treatment of holiday standards evokes the true spirit of the season.