E.s.t.-Esbjörn Svensson Trio -From Gagarin's Point Of View -ACT CD Grooves.land/Playthek

Details / Tracklist:

01."Dating"

02."Picnic"

03."TheChapel"

04."DodgeTheDodo"

05."FromGagarin'sPointOfView"

06."TheReturnOfMohammed"

07."Cornette"

08."InTheFaceOfTheDay"

09."Subway"

10."DefinitionOfADog"

11."SouthwestLoner"

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Description:

EsbjÃ¶rn Svensson reaches into the piano, and plucks the strings, searching for the sound of a guitar. He cautiously experiments with percussive accents, and dives into the depths of the orchestral-inspired forms. Attentive to the necessary considerations of musical balance, he integrates electronic elements into his musical vision, creating an optimal mixture of textures. He supplements his ideas with new harmonic ideas, surprising melodic variations, and catchy motifs. Because his music is the kind of art that doesnâ??t rely on the safety of a particular style, it is all the more effective.Openness, curiosity, and a little bit of chance are all a part of EsbjÃ¶rn Svenssonâ??s artistic foundation; "I play piano because we didnâ??t have any other instrument in the house. - ...VIEW

Recorded at Atlantis Studio May ? September ? November 1998 Mixed at Atlantis Studio November ? December 1998 ©+? 1999 ACT Music + Vision GmbH + Co. KG Made in Germany Printed in EC Issued in a jewel case with transparent tray and a four-fold leaflet.

"From Gagarin's Point Of View" is a landmark jazz album by the acclaimed E.s.t. (Esbjörn Svensson Trio), released in CD format by ACT, one of Europe's leading jazz labels. This record showcases the trio?s innovative blend of contemporary jazz with elements from classical, rock, and electronic music, creating an atmospheric and emotionally charged soundscape that has captivated audiences worldwide. The album features intricate compositions and dynamic interplay between piano, bass, and drums?hallmarks of E.s.t.'s unique style. E.s.t., led by Swedish pianist Esbjörn Svensson alongside Dan Berglund (bass) and Magnus Öström (drums), revolutionized modern European jazz before Svensson?s untimely passing in 2008. Their groundbreaking approach earned them international recognition; "From Gagarin's Point Of View" was their breakthrough release outside Scandinavia and received critical acclaim for its originality. The trio won numerous awards including the German Jazz Award and BBC Jazz Award. ACT Music is renowned for promoting innovative artists across Europe?s vibrant jazz scene. Founded in Germany in 1992, ACT has built a reputation for high-quality productions featuring both established stars and emerging talents.

Manufacturer No.:

0090052ACT

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