Guitarist Pete McCann delivers a wide range of sounds, rhythms and harmonies with a flexible team of John O’Gallagher/as, Nenry Hey/key, Matt Clohesy/b and Mark Ferber/dr through a collection of sophisticated originals. The team shows clever modern sensibilities on the thoughtful homage “Kenny” while O’Gallagher/s alto delivers a rich tribute to Lee Konitz on the wryly swinging “Rumble.” McCann’s own guitar work displays creativity on the thoughtful ballad “To The Mountains,” and rich harmonics are brought together on “Realm.” The team gets a bit into the classical realm with intellectual pieces such as “Dyad Changes” and “Numinous” while the rhythm team goes back in forth on clever grooves like a ping pong match on “Mustard.” Deft and clever, the title reflects well the width and breath of this creative guitarist and composer.
Whirlwind Records
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