Heartsongs

構成数 : 1枚
合計収録時間 : 00:59:14
Personnel: Fred Hersch (piano); Mike Formanek (bass); Jeff Hirshfield (drums). Recorded at RPM Studios, New York, New York on December 4 & 5, 1989. Includes liner notes by Chuck Berg. Personnel: Fred Hersch (piano); Jeff Hirschfield, Jeff Hirshfield (drums). Liner Note Author: Dr. Chuck Berg. Recording information: RPM Sound Studios, New York, NY (12/04/1989/12/05/1989); RPM Studios, New York, NY (12/04/1989/12/05/1989). Photographer: Sandra Eisner. Before Fred Hersch's star rose during the 1990s, resulting in several Grammy nominations, he was quietly establishing himself as one of the most lyrical up-and-coming pianists, as he demonstrates on these 1989 studio sessions. Accompanied by bassist Michael Formanek and drummer Jeff Hirschfield, he surprises the listener right away with a fresh approach to the oft-heard standard "The Man I Love," gliding over Hirschfield's adept brushwork and Formanek's soft, spacious bassline. Wayne Shorter's "Infant Eyes" also benefits from Hersch's minimalist approach, shimmering in an arrangement in which the leader and the bassist alternate solos. But Hersch best demonstrates his considerable gifts as a composer. "Heartsong" is a captivating work that he has sometimes played in a solo setting, though this trio version proves to be explosive. "Evanessence" is a gorgeous tribute to the late Bill Evans, with a superb solo by Formanek reminiscent of Scott LaFaro's fleet performances with Evans. Although Fred Hersch has made released many memorable CDs since this Sunnyside release, this fine effort is also well worth investigating. ~ Ken Dryden
録音 : ステレオ (Studio)