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Dave Rempis: Lattice
ByAfter countless recordings, first with Ken Vandermark's various projects, then in his role as a leader of the celebrated ensembles Ballister, The Engines, Rempis Percussion Quartet, Rempis has released this, his first ever solo recording. Rempis gives us access to his innermost thoughts here. Of course, any solo saxophone recording displays varying techniques. We hear his slap tongue, circular breathing, and upper register yowl. The gift here revolves around his pacing. "Loose Snus" is packed with investigative exclamations, an exercise in tenacity. The pulse and pop of "If You Get Lost In Santa Paula" is a roiling bit of locomotion, as is "Horse Count," which morphs into some chanting incantations.
Getting beyond the sublime Strayhorn opener, the recording opens up to some brilliant possibilities. "Linger Longer" is a Philip Glass-like workout of circular breathing. The bookend cover of Eric Dolphy's "Serene" allows Rempis to unpack his suitcase, one that travels from Coleman Hawkins to Ornette Coleman. The notes to this recording indicate these tracks were culled from 31 concerts recorded in 27 cities. Let's hope there is a second volume forthcoming.
Track Listing
A Flower Is A Lovesome Thing; Loose Snus; If You Get Lost In Santa Paula; Linger Longer; Horse Court; Serene.
Personnel
Dave Rempis
saxophoneDave Rempis: alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone.
Album information
Title: Lattice | Year Released: 2017 | Record Label: Aerophonic Records
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