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Title: stunning
Review: I have Amazon's recomendations-system to thank for this gem. It was suggested to me as a fan of The Bad Plus, Gerri Allen and the like - and never has a suggestion been more justified. Splendid stuff!! Strong, engaging compositions, with gorgeous melodies and more than enough room for improvs that get pretty dang free in places, but never turn freaky, because this band is as tight as any band could be - and there's always Michael Sarin's drumming to keep it all together.Great performances throughout, but the show gets stolen by cellist Erik Friedlander on the last, 24 minute track. Very, very inspired playing, moving and exhilarating at once.One last name that should be mentioned is sleeve designer Mary Ann Southard, who gave this album the artwork it deserves. Great for staring at as you play this disc again and again.
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