Aperture

...extraordinary talent...a wonderful accompanist and soloist.
Eddie Henderson

Los Angeles-based pianist/composer/arranger Michael Orenstein comes to his debut recording with a stout jazz education pedigree and ten years of topflight performance experiences, all shining through on this robust set of 8 originals and intricate arrangements of "Giant Steps" and a Herbie Hancock tribute. Much like two major influences, Hancock and Billy Childs, Orenstein's arrangements are surprising and dynamic with an expansive sound palette, challenging any limitations of the jazz quartet. Orenstein's Aperture focuses light on a prodigious young talent with a doubtlessly promising future.

"...one of the most talented and creative young musicians I have ever heard."
Dan Wall

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Track Listing

1. Opposite World 4:53
2. Not Today 5:59
3. Slow Coffee 7:20
4. Giant Steps 4:40
5. Sharing The Mirror 7:50
6. Eye of the One Fingered Sorcerer (For Herbie Hancock) 6:41 (Medley: Eye of the Hurricane / The Sorcerer)
7. 21 Rabid Realtors 7:06
8. Ode To Manuel 5:13
9. Reminder 4:20
10. To Come Full Triangle 5:13

All compositions & arrangements by Michael Orenstein (BMI), except:
(4) by John Coltrane (JOWCOL Music)
(6) by Herbie Hancock

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