In This World by Charles Pillow

17 Mar

Written by Lee Prosser
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With the new CD release, IN THIS WORLD featuring Charles Pillow on English horn, oboe, saxophone, bass clarinet, the jazz listener is in for some great world music sounds coupled with contemporary jazz motifs. Pete McCann joins in on guitar with Chuck Bergeron on bass and Mark Walker on hand drums in the opening "Cor Anglais," setting the magical tone for the remainder of the collection.

There are 11 selections in the collection. Songs include "Cor Anglais," "Charlotte," "In Nomine/De Profundis," "Folk Song," "Quiet Village," "Soundtrack to Fiction," "Aria," "While," "Fraction," "Ramayana," and "Reaching."

Each song is unique, and the performances are outstanding. Mike Holober on organ or keyboards is a wizard with jazz sounds, each note remarkably memorable and meaningful. Take a listen to the song "Ramayana," which features Holober on piano along with Pillow on oboe and bass clarinet, Ben Monder on guitar, Matt Wilson on drums, and Chuck Bergeron on bass for an indepth analysis of how good these musicians are at performing and harmony. "Ramayana" is an ideal piece for radio airplay, running 4:03 minutes and showcases the sounds of the group.

IN THIS WORLD is a unique collection of unique sounds. Each musician is in top form and each song is a gem. Five Stars.

Additional Info

Artist / Group Name: Charles Pillow
CD Title: In This World
Year Released: 2001
Record Label: Summit Records
Musicians: Charles Pillow with guest artists Pete McCann, Chuck Bergeron, Mark Walker, Peter Erskine, Mike Holober, Bob Moses, Bob Monder, and Matt Wilson. Total playing time: 53:49 minutes. All music composed by Charles Pillow with the exception of "In Nomine/De Profundis" and "Faction" composed by Leonard Berstein
Label Website: http://www.summitrecords.com
Rating: Five Stars