Pickett, Martin - Lyric Pieces
SKU
SLAM 286
Martin Pickett - Piano, Steve Waterman - Trumpet and Flugelhorn, Mark Bassey - Trombone, Paul Jefferies - Double Bass, Ben Twyford - Drums.
"The new CD from pianist and composer Martin Pickett features a 5-piece band, including two of the finest brass improvisers in the UK. Augmenting the well-established trio of Martin on piano, Paul Jefferies on bass and Ben Twyford on drums (aka 3BPM) are Steve Waterman on trumpet and flugelhorn, and Mark Bassey on trombone. Together they navigate their way through Martin's challenging yet lyrical compositions to produce music with a directly emotional impact."
"This group led by UK pianist Martin Pickett is actually creative jazz trio 3BPM augmented by two horn players: trumpeter Steve Waterman and trombonist Mark Bassey. Eight pieces of melodic jazz, in the softer range, though the music can grow excited ("East of Evesham," where the brass players particularly shine). Enjoyable."-François Couture