Phil Parisot - Creekside - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Japanese remastered pressing. Solid Records. 2022.

Drummer Phil Parisot's third as a leader is a project inspired by the life and music of Johann Sebastian Bach. While shifting his focus to composition in recent years, Parisot observed that countless roads lead to Bach, whether through Bud Powell, Keith Jarrett, or even Albert Einstein. This insight inspired Parisot to research Bach's personal journey and compositional approach, then apply this knowledge when developing his own material. InchInventionsInch is a humble tribute to the Inchmusical scientistInch from Thuringia, whom Beethoven referred to as Inchthe immortal God of harmony.Inch InchParisot never seems to run out of inspired thought as a composer, or original rhythmic conception as a drummer.Inch - All About Jazz. InchParisot is in his realm here, unleashing a torrent of fills and cymbal accents throughout... The level of pure, seething virtuosity is stunning.Inch - JAZZIZ

For Seattle-based drummer/composer Phil Parisot, playing music is about coming home. With InchLingo,Inch he introduces a new quartet comprised of musicians he's known for 20 years. The result is a dark and atmospheric sound that draws upon an array of influences, including Afro-Cuban, fusion, and symphonic, all molded seamlessly into a cohesive modern jazz package. In addition to presenting a number of original compositions, InchLingoInch is enhanced by references to Hugh Masekela, Aaron Copland, Duke Ellington, and more. Joining Parisot is Steve Treseler on tenor and soprano saxophone, Dan Kramlich on piano and Fender Rhodes, and Michael Glynn on acoustic bass.InchAn inspired and quirkily orchestral timekeeper who comes up with a startling number of fresh ideas per tune.Inch - All About Jazz