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Johannes Richter: 13 Pieces
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Craig Taborn
pianob.1970
His approach, like that of

Keith Jarrett
pianob.1945
He moves onto locomotion with "Present I" and "Present II," both dancing, springing frolics of two hands competing. He doesn't so much open a can of

Cecil Taylor
piano1929 - 2018
All is summed up with the penultimate track "Finale," where he brings together all the pieces and parts he displayed in preparation to this 3:47 of curriculum vitae. If just short of four minutes can sum up the accomplishments of a life, this track does. It is a finished canvas of modern art, of splashed reds and yellows that pull together a consistent affirmation of an improvising musician. ">
Track Listing
Stilleben I; Stilleben II; Present I; Present II; Osculation I; Osculation II; Fantasie I; Fantasie II; Intermesso; Contraction I; Contraction II; Finale: Epilogue.
Personnel
Johannes Richter: piano.
Album information
Title: 13 Pieces | Year Released: 2013 | Record Label: Hiatus Label
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