Jazz and Voice does not have to be the 150th version of „My funny Valentine“. The newest CD of the band Shoot the Moon shows that other approaches are possible. Almut Schlichting was inspired by medieval music and texts. Now Shoot the Moon presents a extraordinary and exciting product which is not only interesting for…
Read moreThe musicians quote medieval harmonies, borrow from Dada and, apart from that, move stylistically assured in the Here and Now. The balancing act succeeds: from the first to the last note, the music is exciting, amusing and laid-back.
Read moreAn interesting mixture inviting repeated listening.
Read moreVery high-class (…) and adventurous!
Read more” … Das klingt gleichermaßen nach Brass Band wie nach kunstvoll verschränkter Kammermusik, jongliert nur mit Partikeln der Originale, kann grooven oder in einem polyphonen Geflecht mäandern, an sakrale Posaunenchöre erinnern oder in freien Jazz abheben. … ”
Read more“Das Berliner Quartett Absolutely Sweet Marie geht einen völlig neuen Weg. … und transportieren zwölf Songs äußerst innovativ in ihr ganz eigenes freijazziges Idiom.”
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