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| OUT NOW: British-French Jim Funnell's New Dream Embracing post-bop, classical, and world music, the Anglo-French pianist has explored his quirky interpretations of the genre since way before his graduation from Berklee College of Music. Funnell describes Word Out's New Dream as a musical adventure unfolding from within, where experiences are unsayable, and words often inadequate to describe subtle emotions. Sounds and rhythms, however, fulfill that purpose perfectly. "Remember that wherever your heart is, there you will find your treasure." — Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist Masterfully blending piano and keys into the jazz tradition, and inviting Japanese neo-classical/West-African percussionist and life partner Akiko Hori alongside his trio, Funnell leaves plenty to enjoy for the hardened bop-enthusiast, while steering clear of any cliches. New Dream is a 360* full-scale exploration of the pianist, composer, and bandleader's ideals, from works alongside his friends and wife to solo piece Nicaea, and even violin on the endlessly melodic Asteroid B612. In all its versatility, Word Out stays true to itself, embracing a fitting quote by spiritualist, philosopher and author Paulo Coelho as a reference point to New Dream write your comments about the article :: © 2024 Jazz News :: home page |