Artist: Tord Gustavsen Trio
Album: Changing Places
Genre: Contemporary Jazz
Label: ECM Records
Released: 2003
Quality: FLAC (tracks)
Tracklist:
- Deep As Love 05:54
- Graceful Touch 03:50
- IGN 04:33
- Melted Matter 05:24
- At A Glance 04:18
- Song Of Yearning 08:16
- Turning Point 05:47
- Interlude 01:01
- Where Breathing Starts 08:48
- Going Places 05:32
- Your Eyes 05:07
- Graceful Touch (Var.) 04:33
- Song Of Yearning (Solo) 01:59
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- Personnel:
- Tord Gustavsen – piano
- Harald Johnsen – bass
- Jarle Vespestad – drums
This release signals in the then 33-year old, Norwegian pianist Tord Gustavsen's debut outing for the ECM Records label. His fellow compatriots, bassist Harald Johnsen and drummer Jarle Vespestad, round out this jazz piano trio offering. Fundamentally speaking, the group seemingly works its palate into that classic "ECM Records" aesthetic, comprising echo-laden sonic characteristics and a chamber-esque vibe. Otherwise, Gustavsen demonstrates meticulously construed faculties via a tasteful approach, ringing up notions of the late Bill Evans, amid a conservatory-type demeanor. To that end, the pianist shines forth as a gifted melody maker via a series of deftly executed choruses and sublime themes. The bulk of this production consists of the trio's probing inclinations and lightly implemented rhythmic structures. Gustavsen's multifaceted arsenal features an abundance of swirling arpeggios, nimbly rendered harmonics, and gently fabricated block chords. Alternatively, the total listening experience becomes a bit arduous in scope, due to the band's unwavering gait. Nonetheless, Gustavsen is most certainly one to watch!
Review by Glenn Astarita