After two highly praised trio CDs, Odysse and Ithaca, the composer and bassist Barry Guy presents a new CD with the same trio members, pianist Marilyn Crispell and percussionist Paul Lytton. For his new compositions, Barry Guy was inspired by paintings of Max Ernst, Dorothea Tanning, Wilfredo Lam and Yves Tanguy, which provide the springboard for the compositional strategies that reflect dream scenarios and unusual juxtapositions of material whilst preserving improvising. Barry Guy writes: «A sense of space coupled with high energy drives the vehicle of the imagination to create a suite of pieces that take us on a night journey. Importantly for me is the preservation of the classic piano trio tradition where sonority and interplay reign supreme. On top of this we can research our fantasies concerning the musical trajectories inspired by images conjured up by some very special artists.»
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released January 1, 2008
Barry Guy: Bass
Marilyn Crispell: Piano
Paul Lytton: Drums
Recorded May, 30, 31, 2007 at Studio Sound Development, Zürich, by Willy Strehler. Mixed and mastered at Studio Klangdach, Guntershausen, by Willy Strehler Cover art and Graphic design: Jonas Schoder. Liner notes: Barry Guy. Photo: Francesca Pfeffer. Produced, published and copyright by Intakt Records. Executive production: Patrik Landolt
supported by 15 fans who also own “Phases Of The Night”
Have heard Shipp with different combinations of these musicians in other outstanding recordings. Not sure I recall this particular grouping, but it really cooks! Some beautiful, enjoyable music here. Barry Silver
Described as “an ecological history of humanity,” this sparse, tense suite of songs perfectly balances melody and chaos. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 28, 2018
supported by 14 fans who also own “Phases Of The Night”
i am always looking for albums that blur the line between classical and jazz; this one nails it. leo smith is a master of the craft, all of his albums are a pleasure to listen to. gaiusfolk