The Casimir Connection - Reflection [CD]

Format: CD
Catalogue No.: CAL006 
Barcode: 5016958104436
Release Date: 19 Apr 2024
Genre: Jazz / Classical

The Casimir Connection’s new album ‘Reflection’ is due to be released on April 19th by Caliban Sounds. Composer and saxophonist Diane McLoughlin’s ensemble explores the boundaries between classical and contemporary jazz. The group features internationally renowned pianist Alcyona Mick, award winning violinist Kit Massey, and acclaimed bassist Tim Fairhall.

‘Reflection’ explores uncertainty in times of loss and war, times McLoughlin believes need to be met with compassion, honesty, understanding and connectivity. It brings together elements of classical chamber composition and intense improvisation. This mix contributes to the thoughtful and cinematic narrative of the pieces, creating intimacy and allowing the group to explore sound and silence. The decision not to have percussion helps to create this space for contemplation, in keeping with the Japanese concept of Ma, a pause in time, an emptiness, an interval in which to process and grow. Quiet and brooding, serene and uplifting, with influences from Keith Jarrett to Bartok, The Casimir Connection upholds the integrity of both classical and contemporary jazz traditions, whilst creating something new and authentic.

“McLoughlin's chamber jazz quartet sits poised on the border between jazz, folk and classical” Jazzwise

“Like a great landscape painting, the music reveals its details, its many layers, with repeated listening and contemplation” All About Jazz

“What is so enthralling about this set is how the saxophonist has brought together so many seemingly disparate ideas and feelings, and melded them together in a music that sounds completely natural” Jazz Views

Tracklisting
Forgiveness
Breathe
Everyday Heroes
Lost Time
A Difficult Conversation
The Slow Walk From Home
The Spirit Of Birds
Dark Matters
Kaitiaki Anahera

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