Dickinson, Brian
Addo Records, 2024, CD
Instrument: Piano
Issue: 30.2
Jazz Ruler Type: BigBand
Performance: 4
Sound: 3
Score: 74
O’s Notes: Canadian pianist Brian Dickinson has performed in groups of all sizes but goes solo on his latest release. He recorded Ballads during the pandemic lockdown at his home on a freshly tuned Yamaha C7. The program has ten newly arranged classics including two takes of “Where Are You” to open and close the set. It is a very relaxing experience as Brian approaches the melodies gently, notably on “A Flower Is A Lovesome Thing” and “The Peacocks”.
Publicist: Fatdrop