David Ferris Septet - Sketches [CD]

Cat. no: SLR1959
Format: CD
Barcode: 5052442025634
Release Date: 31 Jan 2025
Genre: Jazz

Innovative pianist and composer David Ferris releases his frst major record with Birmingham's Stoney Lane Records - a compelling recording of adventurous original writing for his 7-piece band, featuring a special guest appearance from acclaimed US guitarist Peter Bernstein

"Pianist and organist David Ferris presents his dynamic septet and beguiling original writing with his new release, Sketches, with the eminent New York- based guitarist Peter Bernstein." - Jazzwise

Originally due to be recorded in early 2020 before plans were abruptly halted by the onset of the pandemic, Ferris' determination persevered, with 'Sketches' fnally captured in the studio three years later with Bernstein in London. Two new and beautiful solo piano refections on the precarious and unsettled COVID times resulted, set alongside the joyous movement and layers Ferris' writing creates for his septet, and pertinent nods to heroes John Taylor and Keith Jarrett.

Press: 
Pitched to all major UK/US jazz press, broadsheets, radio, online;
Reviews/airplay already confrmed in Jazzwise, MOJO, UK Jazz News, BBC Radio 3 + Jazz Journal

Tracks: 27 Blues / Grin / Rising / If I Loved You / Sketch / 4th May 2020 / Sticks and Stones / Waltz for JT / Keith / A Box Full Of Stars / 18th March 2020