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| Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion is back Living In A Daydream Living in a Daydream is Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion's third full length album. Perhaps their most innovative and dynamic work to date, this latest release features eight original compositions — four in collaboration with two-time GRAMMY winner Howard Levy (harmonica/piano). Gracefully defiant in form, style, and structure, the musicians explore new sonic textures, shaped but not defined by their myriad creative influences. Yet, for all its dexterity and vision, Living in a Daydream is spared none of the organic, expressive nuance and raw emotion that we've come to expect from this group. Miguel Espinoza Flamenco Fusion, the collective beating heart of world-class musicians Miguel Espinoza (guitar), Dianne Betkowski (cello) and Randy Hoepker (bass) the core members, invite the listener into a rich and colorful symposium of musical traditions. Firm roots in flamenco, classical and jazz are woven through North African rhythms, Celtic whimsy, and Brazilian expressions for a sound that is transformative, vibrant, and deeply emotive. Tracks & Times: 1 Nagi Yaté 7:10 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) 2 Bubble 5:46 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) 3 Division 3:31 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) 4 Zelda the Caterpillar 2:54 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) 5 Sunrise 4:26 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) 6 Falling Snow 3:33 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) 7 Journey Home 2:18 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) 8 The Storm 6:14 (Anthony Michael Espinoza) *Music written by: Miguel Espinoza (SESAC) PLAYERS & INSTRUMENT: Miguel Espinoza - guitar and palmas Howard Levy - harmonica and piano (tracks 1, 2, 5 and 8) Dianne Betkowski - cello, palmas, and vocals Randy Hoepker ("Randee Hepker") - bass Andy Skellenger-tabla, cajon, and vocals Mario Moreno - congas, timbales and percussion (tracks 2, 8) Linda Richardson - castanets (track 3) Nabin Shrestha - tabla and vocals (track 1) write your comments about the article :: © 2023 Jazz News :: home page |