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  | LA VOCE ~ MUSIC FOR VOICES, TRUMPET AND BASS
JARO 4208 (Barcode: 4006180420825) ~ GERMANY ~ Jazz-World Fusion
Recorded: 1997 Released: 1997
This is the only album by the ensemble La VoceFind albums by this artist, which consists of German trumpeter Ulrich BeckerhoffFind albums by this artist and bassist Hartmut KrachtFind albums by this artist and a vocal trio: British Norma WinstoneFind albums by this artist, Brazilian Rosani ReisFind albums by this artist and Italian Giacomo di BenedettoFind albums by this artist. The album presents twelve pieces, mostly composed or co-composed by Beckerhoff with other ensemble members, with one traditional melody and two Brazilian standards.
The music is an eclectic collection of Jazz-World Fusion pieces beautifully arranged for the ensemble, which balances between the vocal parts and trumpet solos, with the bass being the only rhythmic thread. The atmosphere is delicate and somewhat mysteriously lyrical, and although influenced by many World Music elements, is basically very European in its sophisticated ambience and openness.
The vocalists perform an entire spectrum of vocal artistry, from superb vocal harmonies to individual vocalese outings and even a satirical version of Rap, and the album is a wonderful collection of vocal treasures, which connoisseurs of eclectic vocal Jazz performances should be delighted with.
Beckerhoff´s trumpet playing is somewhat similar to Kenny WheelerFind albums by this artist´s artistry and therefore the pieces that feature duets between him and Norma Winstone have a familiar resonance to them. Kracht does a truly remarkable job keeping the entire performance in check rhythmically and his round and fully-bodied bass pulsations are a true fundament upon which the music rests.
Overall this is a beautiful, unique and sadly little know project, which still sounds fresh and meaningful over twenty years after it was recorded, and will surely withstand the tides of time successfully in the future. Wholeheartedly recommended and if you can get it, grab a copy!
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