Sensations of Tone...

I’ve just returned from Zürich, Switzerland having performed at the Unerhöert Festival with bassist Christian Weber and drummer Michael Griener.  We have a new recording scheduled for a January 2017 release on the Intakt label titled “Sensations of Tone”.  This title is taken from a nineteenth century text by Hermann von Helmholtz on acoustics and perception of sound.  The program consists of a series of improvised pieces in alternation with a number of early jazz compositions.  What’s of most interest to me is they way in which basic raw materials, “tones”, can elicit very different “sensations” with the juxtaposition of both approaches heightening perception of the similarities and the differences.

“Sensations of Tone” is currently available as a pre-release CD from my website.  Cost is $15.  I’m continuing the website sale (3 for $30) so please have a look at the list of available titles and consider filling out your collection with items you may not already have.  This sale is especially beneficial for international orders.  The shipping cost outside of the US is the same for 1 CD as it is for 3 CDs.  Take advantage of this opportunity!

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“Sensations of Tone” was recorded in New York City earlier this year and the improvisations are titled based upon some of the locations involved in the development of the music.

1. Orchard and Broom (Eskelin, Weber Griener)
2. Shreveport Stomp (Jelly Roll Morton)
3. Cornelia Street (Eskelin, Weber Griener)
4. China Boy (Boutelje/Winfree)
5. Ditmas Avenue (Eskelin, Weber Griener)
6. Moten Swing (Bennie Moten)
7. Dumbo (Eskelin, Weber Griener)
8. Ain't Misbehavin’ (Fats Waller / Harry Brooks)

Listen to excerpts from "Sensations of Tone".