Michael Ullman
Jazz Album Review: Kris Davis Expresses Environmental Grief Through Music in “The Solastalgia Suite”
In its evocativeness, shapeliness, and meaningful drama, “Solastalgia Suite” is Kris Davis’s masterpiece… so far.
Sun Ra was often deliberately far out, as we used to say, and also joyously entertaining.
All three records were recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s famous studio. The sound is what one would expect from Van Gelder, clear, bright and close: these LPs were made with care at every stage. I recommend all three.
Baritone saxophonist Pepper Adams was clearly a generous soul, as well as a stunningly accomplished jazz musician.
A rare chance to listen to saxophonist Charlie Rouse with a biggish band, the new “Cinnamon Flower” is a welcome set.
Aruán Ortiz’s energy, his skill at creating surprises and variations, and his impressive keyboard mastery make his solo album fascinating.
At the age of 80, pianist Keith Jarrett can no longer perform, but his legacy is secure. “At the Deer Head Inn” is a significant part of it.
The planned variety of sounds and rhythms is the adroit work of a composer dedicated to both freedom and his own version of continuity.
Happily, these clean, bright Craft reissues make some invaluable music glisten.
I don’t know anything quite like Mehmet Ali Sanlikol’s Turko-jazz playing. (I invented the term.) I am glad it’s here for us to enjoy.
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