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  | KENNY WHEELER ~ CALIFORNIA DAYDREAM
MUSIDISC 500292 (Barcode: 3229265002926) ~ UK ~ Jazz
Recorded: 1991 Released: 1992
This is a wonderful live album by British Jazz trumpeter / composer Kenny WheelerFind albums by this artist, recorded in a Paris club in a quartet setting with American pianist Jeff GardnerFind albums by this artist, Dutch bassist Hein Van De GeynFind albums by this artist and French drummer Andre CeccarelliFind albums by this artist. Together they perform seven original compositions; three by Wheeler and two each by Van De Geyn and Gardner.
Although seemingly just another live Wheeler recording, this album presents one of the most intimate and focused opportunities to listen to his artistry and his Masterly performances happening right in front of the listener´s ears, completely undisturbed. Wheeler is the primary soloist here and all the seven tracks feature his extended solo performances which can rarely be found on any other recording of this kind with such emphasis and intensity.
All three musicians playing alongside Wheeler are veteran performers, with highly developed Jazz sensitivities, who accompany the Master amicably and support him all the way through, sensing quite naturally the rare opportunity to let him express his sublime artistry and staying relatively in the shadows during the proceedings. Van De Geyn and Gardner perform a few splendid solos themselves, but as already stated this is pure unadulterated Kenny Wheeler in the spotlight for us to delight in.
Of course this is an absolute must have for Wheeler fans and admirers, and although quite difficult to find these days, it is definitely worth pursuing. Absolutely delightful serving of Wheeler at his very best!
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