MP3 Ohad Talmor, Russ Johnson & The Other Quartet - 13 Pieces
A classic New York "downtown" project, The Other Quartet 1st CD, led by Ohad Talmor and Russ Johnson features a mix of highly orchestrated compositions and loose improvisations exploring varied musical genres with uncanny creativity and virtuosity
13 MP3 Songs in this album (51:26) !
Related styles: Jazz: Cool Jazz, Jazz: Modern Creative Jazz, Type: Instrumental
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Details:
The Other Quartet was created in 1996 by Ohad Talmor and Russ Johnson and has pushed its way to the forefront of New York''s creative jazz scene. It has created its individual sound by synthesizing varied musical genres in one unique style. Whether grooving on a funk vamp, interpreting commissioned works by leading contemporary composers or performing their stylized originals, The Other Quartet commands the attention of a vast musical audience. Never afraid to step into new musical terrain, explore new soundscapes, lines and textures, the band leaves no stone unturned as they carved their own niche in today''s music scene.
TOQ has toured extensively throuhout the US and Europe.
The Other Quartet''s first release, 13 Pieces has received raving acclaim from both the general public and critics alike. The recording features seven original pieces, three adapted classical pieces and three short free sonic explorations.
The Other Quartet''s second release, Sound Stains establishes the group''s sound even further. Rump-shaking grooves, rhythmically intricate originals, trance-like chamber pieces and a brand new work by vanguard classical composer Ludmila Ulelha make for a death defying sonic experience.
Russ Johnson – Trumpet
Ohad Talmor – Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet
Jim Hershman – Guitar
Mike Sarin – Drums