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Christian Winther: Soul House
ByWinther's deep-toned tenor lines are well developed with heartfelt flourishes. His lyrical twists and turns on the Kenny Kirkland ballad "Dienda," the lesser-known Thelonious Monk swinger "Green Chimneys" and the title track stand out as the session's more inspired moments.
A truly collaborative effort, Soul House is as much a showcase for trumpeter Marcus Printup, pianist Richard Doran Johnson, bassist Carlos Henriquez and drummer Ali Jackson as it is for Winther. Johnson and Jackson even contribute original compositions to the dateJackson's spirited "Aziel Danse" is another highlight of the session.
Printup is dazzling throughout, blowing soaring bebop lines ("Milla's Bounce") and Freddie Hubbard-inspired jabs ("Ones of Freedom," "Ferris Wheel"). Johnson proves a sensitive accompanist ("For Kenny") and imaginative soloist ("Ferris Wheel"). Henriquez and Jackson are a rock-solid bass/drum combination, each given ample opportunity to shine.
Soul House is full of feel-good moments, memorable themes and intuitive ensemble interplay. With it, Winther and crew deliver an exceptional set of accessible, mainstream jazz.
Track Listing
Milla's Bounce; For Kenny; Aziel Dance; Ones Of Wisdom; Ferris Wheel; Dienda; Green Chimneys; Soul House.
Personnel
Christian Winther
saxophone, tenorChristian Winther: tenor saxophone; Marcus Printup: trumpet; Richard Doran Johnson; Carlos Henriquez: bass; Ali Jackson: drums.
Album information
Title: Soul House | Year Released: 2009 | Record Label: SteepleChase Records
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About Christian Winther
Instrument: Saxophone, tenor
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