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Myra Melford + Ben Goldberg: Dialogue
ByTheir duo simpatico is evident in this set of improvised conversations which range from poignant themes ("An Unexpected Visitor"), inquisitive excursions ("Your Life Here") and free explorations ("The Kitchen"). With multiple ideas coalescing within each track there's never a dull moment; Melford's piano illuminate graceful fingerings and frenzied blurs while Goldberg interjects understated phrases and quick bursts of air. There's a wealth of goodness to be heard for listeners who appreciate players who have mastered their craft in both their technique and auditory complexities.
Melford's spaces between the notes in "Moonless Night" are felt as Goldberg makes his clarinet breathe with soft purrs filled with meaning. Bluesy rhapsodies are explored in "1 Through 8" and "Passing Phase" in contrast to the ethereal themed "Montevideo" and the pastoral setting of "Chorale" the recording's most picturesque pieces proving that these the two fine musicians do indeed think as one.
Track Listing
An Unexpected Visitor; Your Life Here; The Kitchen; Miniature; City of Illusion; Moonless Night; 1 Through 8; Be Melting Snow; Passing Phase; Montevideo; 9 + 5; Chorale; Anymore.
Personnel
Myra Melford
pianoMyra Melford: piano; Ben Goldberg: clarinet.
Album information
Title: Dialogue | Year Released: 2016 | Record Label: Bag Production Records
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