Jazz/Blues
Michael Formanek's Ensemble Kolossus Goes 'The Distance' on New ECM Records CD [REVIEW]
The Daniel Bennett Group Solves 'The Mystery at Clown Castle' [REVIEW]
There's no telling what you're going to hear on a Daniel Bennett Group CD. For his sixth such excursion into the realms of fantasy, spoken-word charisma, swing, post-bop, jazz-rock fusion and progressive instrumental pop, Bennett, a saxophonist by trade, leads his mighty quartet into more unknown directions. The 11 Bennett originals are trippy reminders why there's no ceiling today on the creativity of young adventurous jazzers...especially in New York City, the jazz capital of the world. Welcome to 'The Mystery of Clown Castle' (Manhattan Daylight Media). Helene Grimaud Talks About 'Water' the CD and the Environmental Challenges
Water, it is the source of life and death. It is sustains and corrodes. When it pours outside our window, it torments us but also it comforts us, heals our weaknesses. If there is a greater power on earth, it has yet to be found. Water or lack thereof can bring a country, a state or a city to its knees faster than economic sanctions. Like many in the art world through the ages, French classical pianist Helene Grimaud is fascinated by water, as a muse, a metaphor and bringer of life. Her didactic approach to the project was due to her strong belief in environmentalism. Classicalite sat down to talk with Ms. Grimaud about water and Water.
