2008-02-16
Argentinean composer Fernando Otero has been actively recording for over a decade. Crossing many musical boundaries, this album features references to classical, pop and, of course, jazz. The songs range from solo compositions, such as “Preludio 19,” to a spattering of trios highlighting cello accompaniment, to a full 25-piece orchestra. Otero blends Latin rhythms with classical elements in a syncopated jump of exploration. Vague references here to the jazz style of Thelonious Monk with odd time signatures and cadences. If you’re interested in trying something a little fringe, this might be worth checking out. -- Daniel J. Graeber
FRED HERSCH
In Amsterdam: Live at the Bimhuis.
CCM Jazz Orchestra
In Search Of Garaj Mahal
Dr. John
N'Awlinz: Dis Dat or D'Udda
CONNIE EVINGSON WITH DAVE FRISHBERG
Little Did I Dream
PONCHO SANCHEZ AND HIS LATIN JAZZ BAND
LIVE IN HOLLYWOOD
The Lynne Arriale Trio
Come Together
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