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  | MORDY FERBER ~ REFLECTION
NOT ON LABEL ~ ISRAEL ~ Jazz
Recorded: 2010 Released: 2011
This is the 4th album as a leader by Israeli guitarist / composer Mordy FerberFind albums by this artist, recorded with his regular quintet at the time, which includes saxophonist Rob DavisFind albums by this artist, keyboardist Greg GoebelFind albums by this artist, bassist Dave CapteinFind albums by this artist and drummer Todd StraitFind albums by this artist. The album presents nine tracks, all original compositions by the leader.
The music is a collection of beautifully crafted tunes, which reflect the experience and maturity Ferber clearly achieved over the years, both as a composer and performer. In contrast to his earlier recordings, on which Ferber was establishing his position on the US scene, surrounded by world class musicians, here he plays along with a team that polished its chops together for a long time without the need to prove anything and just play as well as humanly possible.
Stylistically the music touches upon many diverse areas and different degrees of freedom and space, always coming out from melodic roots but often taking unexpected twists and turns, before retuning safely back to the base. The coherent flow and relaxed atmosphere make the journey pleasant, but often quite complex, requiring attentive listening.
Ferber the guitarist, comes back to many of his guitar heroes, who influenced him in his youth, with Masters like Tal Farlowe or Larry Coryell, whose unique phrasings will be recognizable to guitar connoisseurs. There is no attempt to show off, or prove skills, which are obvious, just plain superbly crafted guitar magic.
Overall, this is by far the most mature statement by Ferber, a deeply resounding piece of serious, heartfelt music, which should grab the attention of every true Jazz lover and guitar enthusiast the world over. Not an easy listening experience, but a highly rewarding musical experience, which guarantees a lasting pleasure.
| | Updated: 09/09/2024Posted: 09/09/2024 | CD 1 Digipak Recommend To A Friend |
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