Bley, Carla
ECM, 2020, CD
Instrument: Instrumental
Issue: 26.2
Jazz Ruler Type: Fusion
Performance: 4
Sound: 3
Score: 81
O’s Notes: The trio is bassist Steve Swallow, Andy Sheppard on tenor sax and leader, pianist Carla Bley. They combine for a gentle and very soothing session that is like a lullaby! It is a collection of warm, sometimes blue ballads that speak volumes. There are three suites: “Life Goes On: Parts I-IV”, “Beautiful Telephones: I-III” and “Copycat I-III”. While each of the musicians are featured, Sheppard does a fine job with warm melodies on each passage! Bley at 81 remains vibrant and easy to embrace.
Publicist: Crossover Media
