Justly famous for his gorgeous compositions and arrangements
for a long list of singers including Natalie Cole, Diana Krall and
Paul McCartney, Alan Broadbent is also a pianist‘s pianist:
possessed of fierce technique; exquisitely emotional, when
the moment calls for it; and as hard-swinging as they come.
Throughout these performances - recorded for all intents and
purposes “live” in his private recording studio, unrestricted by
the confines of time - there is a remarkable polish and sense
of order while maintaining the classic sound of the classic
piano trios, live and off-the-cuff. With his long-time associates
Harvie S and Billy Mintz on hand it is little surprise that their
almost telepathic communication gives the entire session
an extremely wide emotional range encompassing, graceful
delicacy, earthiness, soulfulness and just a little hint of the
blues.
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