...Piltzecker wrests every ounce of warmth and spirit from his talented group as he entwines unforeseen moods and tempos—one of 2023's more inspired and pleasurable albums.
New York vibraphonist Ted Piltzecker returns to Denver for a follow-up of his 2023 release, Vibes on a Breath, this time though in an open quartet setting with his vibes brought to the front, adding inspired interplay with virtuoso trumpeter Brad Goode while also supplying the group's harmonic palette through his 4-mallet comping and counterpoint. Along with drummer Paul Romaine and bassist Gonzalo Teppa, Piltzecker brought in percussionists Vinicius Barros and Hugo Alcazar from Brazil and Peru, providing surprising rhythmic textures to classic jazz standards such as "I Remember Clifford" and a Latin-tinged "In a Sentimental Mood." Piltzecker's work transports to an alluring musical world where every note is infused with a personal touch.
"Cool thought-provoking arrangements...offering surprising twists. The originals are layered with sonic beauty and sophistication." Jae Sinnett, WHRV
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Performers:
Ted Piltzecker - vibraphone, marimba, percussion
Brad Goode - trumpet
Gonzalo Teppa - bass
Paul Romaine - drums
Vinicius Barros - Brazilian percussion
Hugo Alcazar - Peruvian percussion
Production Info:
Produced by Ted Piltzecker
Recorded by Colin Bricker
at Mighty Fine Productions, Denver, CO
on May 20 - 21, 2024
Mixed & mastered by Fernando Martinez
at Estudio Moma, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Front cover photo by Phil Cantor
Cover design & layout by John Bishop
