Northwoods Improvisers: Branches

Northwoods Improvisers: Branches - COMPACT DISCS

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Title:

Branches

Artist:

Northwoods Improvisers

Label:

Entropy Stereo

Product Type:

COMPACT DISCS

UPC:

783707344423

Genre:

Jazz

Release Date:

2008-12-02

Number of Discs:

1

Branches represents a slightly different approach for the group. While the Northwoods have collectively used a wide variety of instruments on previous recordings, here they choose to explore the possibilities with the marimba, bass, and drum combination. The album opens with the original composition "Kuntu" which launches into a high energy 7/8 African groove. Throughout this rich music we hear a generous amount of rhythmic variation, odd time signatures, and polyrhythmic overlays. Another highlight is "Escarpment" an extended piece that draws on the group's free roots and recalls the Art Ensembles' use of sound, space and rhythm. The Northwoods offer a nod to South African pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim (Dollar Brand) with their recording of "Ishmael".

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