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TOMASZ STANKO ~ LONTANO ECM 1980 (Barcode: 602498773802) ~ POLAND ~ Jazz Recorded: 2005 Released: 2006 Legendary Polish trumpeter / composer Tomasz StankoFind albums by this artist, one of the great Lions of European Jazz, now in his fifth decade of the tireless journey dedicated to discovering uncharted territory, is definitely still in top form. This is the third album with his all Polish quartet, which includes brilliantly talented young Polish Jazz musicians: pianist Marcin WasilewskiFind albums by this artist, bassist Slawomir KurkiewiczFind albums by this artist and drummer Michal MiskiewiczFind albums by this artist. Although separated from his quartet members by decades (chronologically), Stanko is in perfect harmony with them, mentally, keeping his youthfulness, energy and creativity. Compared to Miles DavisFind albums by this artist, who played progressively less and less during his late period, Stanko is still the main soloist in his groups, with his unique tone and expressionism untouched by age. His music remains majestic, mystical and deeply penetrating, as always, and this album is again a superb addition to his magnificent legacy. Absolutely brilliant stuff and a must to any serious Jazz aficionado!

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