The [Argentine]-bred composer . . . applies rich, classically oriented figures and harmonies to offset simple melodies, and the percussion-augmented rhythm section employs native pulses so guilelessly that the result almost sounds straight-ahead. The whole harks back those historic Latin American–flavored collaborations between Carla Bley and Charlie Haden. . . Giraudo’s assemblage suggests that what audiences and great sidemen need is a few more ace conceptualists.
"play this remarkable new CD once - you won’t forget it. The experience is exhilarating." Click here for complete review
Editor's Pick: Highly recommended
"This is modern jazz and Latin music at its best."
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(Latin jazz radio from Italy)
"Un CD strepitoso... Una musica coinvolgente che ti entra nel sangue..."
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"...this album is so inspiring, it’s hard to pick a favorite..."
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(in Spanish)
***** (Five Stars). Click here for complete review.
"...truly amazing."
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" The bassist Pedro Giraudo features his own compositions in this large ensemble, which matches jazz protocols to the rhythmic lessons of his native Argentina."
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