Krzysztof Kobyliński - piano
Erik Truffaz - trumpet
Give Me November
JAZOVIA 2018
By Adam Baruch
This is the debut album by a
duo comprising of veteran Polish Jazz pianist / composer / bandleader /
entrepreneur Krzysztof Kobyliński and French trumpeter Erik Truffaz. The album
presents nine original compositions, all by Kobyliński.
The music is all based on the
strongly melodic themes, which are Kobyliński's trademark, full of typical
Polish melancholy and lyricism and often reflecting references to Polish
Folklore. Some of these compositions appeared on earlier recordings by
Kobyliński, but this intimate duo setting puts them in a different light and
mood, and makes them worth revisiting.
Most of the improvisational
artistry on this album is naturally performed by Truffaz, who is a proven
Master of his instrument. On this album Truffaz demonstrates a mellow, melodic
mood, as appropriate for the circumstances, but his playing is full of artistry
and sensitivity. Kobyliński stays mostly in the background, accompanying the
trumpet lead amicably, taking occasional solos as well. The duo works together
well and manages to create a full musical experience, proving that the unusual
piano / trumpet instrumentation is completely viable and artistically
convincing.
Overall this is a enjoyable
album, which emphasizes the gentle side of the Jazz idiom, well within the
mainstream tradition, but offers an unusual instrumental setting and deeply
melodic contents, which is accessible to a wide range of Jazz and Jazz related
listeners.
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