Yes, this is a project which is really exploring different ways of improvising, not only in a purely traditional "jazz" style. We're still in a somewhat experimental phase, touring and doing gigs, but it's a new concept and I think we'd like to play a bit longer together before we record. That in itself is a new concept, for me, at least.
I really liked the idea of improvising with the time. I think doing a rubato piece like that would risk being clunky in a trio, but could be very effective in the duo setting. As much as I love more traditional jazz, I feel like this liquidity of the tempo is just one of a few expressive tools it frequently lacks.
I hope it proves to be a fruitful exploration for the two of you. :)
Comments
Very cool!
Marvel Sun, 02/23/2014 - 02:20
Will there be anything coming out on disk? I'd love to hear a full piece. Appears to be a much different feel from Double Image.
Mackenzie
Hi Marvel
David Friedman Sun, 02/23/2014 - 18:16
In reply to Very cool! by Marvel
Yes, this is a project which is really exploring different ways of improvising, not only in a purely traditional "jazz" style. We're still in a somewhat experimental phase, touring and doing gigs, but it's a new concept and I think we'd like to play a bit longer together before we record. That in itself is a new concept, for me, at least.
Well let me know if you come through Montréal!
Marvel Mon, 02/24/2014 - 02:43
In reply to Hi Marvel by David Friedman
I'd love to see the two of you live.
I really liked the idea of improvising with the time. I think doing a rubato piece like that would risk being clunky in a trio, but could be very effective in the duo setting. As much as I love more traditional jazz, I feel like this liquidity of the tempo is just one of a few expressive tools it frequently lacks.
I hope it proves to be a fruitful exploration for the two of you. :)
Mackenzie
Beautiful!! :o)
Marie-Noëlle Tue, 02/25/2014 - 17:04
Can't wait to see/hear you again very soon!
You both sound magical together! :o)
:-)
David Friedman Wed, 02/26/2014 - 04:11
In reply to Beautiful!! :o) by Marie-Noëlle
Thanks Marie!