Preview “The Sound Of Chamber9” release date 3.11.24
- I Concentrate On You (Cole Porter)
- Angel Eyes (Dennis/Brent)
- The Peacocks (Winstone/Rowles)
- Waltz For Jim (Axel Hagen)
- Eiderdown (Steve Swallow)
- Come Sunday (Duke Ellington)
- Dancing In The Dark (Dietz/Schwartz)
- Brigas Nunca Mais (A.C.Jobim)
- You Must Believe In Spring (Legrand/Bergman)
- Don't Be Fooled (Sanna van Vliet)
- all arrangements by Axel Hagen
This recording from November 2023 with the title “The Sound Of Chamber9” is our second production. It follows the double-CD from 2020 dedicated to Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn.
The collection of songs here presented is a selection of standards and originals that have been chosen by Axel Hagen, musical leader of Chamber9 and arranger for the group. The specific compositional and structural qualities of the tunes are the basis for the musical explorations and developments establishing the distinctive personal concept of ”The Sound Of Chamber9”.
The arrangements want to shine a new light on the chosen standards focusing on depth of harmony and strong, flowing melody, based on solid rhythm and delicate instrumental execution. This concept includes the two original pieces we recorded: “Waltz For Jim” (words and music by Axel Hagen) and “Don’t Be Fooled” (words and music by Sanna van Vliet).
We believe that this new recording underscores the fascinating sound of our excellent and enjoyable group via the complex harmonic deliberations, the well executed improvised solos, the swinging feel, interplay, warmth of sound and dedication of the individual musicians to the empathic group process. A profound, delicate and pleasant musical statement enveloped in relaxed forward motion.
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