I’ve heard about ten albums by pianist Roger Davidson, who usually records in the Brazilian jazz format, and he’s one of the few guys around who just can’t play a wrong note. Whenever I play one of his releases with company, inevitably someone will ask who that pianist is. He’s that attractive.
This time out, he delivers a dozen solo improvisations rnging from 4 to just over 8 minutes, and each one is a lyrical gem. There are gentle waves of drama on”Ethereal Ocean” and ruminating reflections on “Forest Prayer.” Stories sound like they are being told over a camp fire on”Desert Light” and “Journey of Wisdom” and he takes you on a journey to the Iberian Peninsula on”Blessing.” His Schubetian touch is evident throughout, but comes out strongest on ”Fountains of Life.” He’s got romance in the marrow all throughout, and his touch is what others dream about. Grab this one!
Soundbrush Records