David Friedman - Glow [CD]
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- Barcode 716043199723
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A Vibraphone Dialogue Like No Other. Glow, which is dedicated to the late vibraphone master Dave Samuels, is a landmark recording that redefines what's possible in jazz vibraphone performance. Featuring two of the world's most accomplished mallet percussionists-David Friedman and Tony Miceli-this album is not just a duet; it's a revelation. It's the first jazz album composed entirely of vibraphone duets, and it succeeds where others have hesitated: by solving the long-standing challenge of sonic overlap and range limitation.What sets Glow apart is it's innovative approach to range and texture. The vibraphone, with it's three-octave span, presents a unique challenge when paired with another of it's kind. Historically, artists have sidestepped this issue by pairing vibes with marimba, which offers a broader tonal palette. But Friedman and Miceli dared to go where others faltered: two vibraphones, no safety net.Their solution? Instant arranging-a dynamic, real-time negotiation of register and role. If Miceli plays a melody in the upper octaves, Friedman anchors the sound in the lower range. If Miceli shifts to the middle, Friedman "sandwiches" him with left-hand bass and right-hand treble. This constant awareness of spatial and harmonic placement creates a rich, layered sound that feels orchestral despite the duo format.Each player adjusts not only to avoid clashing but to enhance the other's voice. The result is a seamless interplay where melody, harmony, and rhythm breathe together.
UPC: 716043199723
Label: Steeplechase
Release Date: 2.13.26
Format: CD