François Bourassa Quartet at Sunset-Sunside

On Number 9, François Bourassa's ninth album of original music for his own band, the Montreal-born pianist and empathic colleagues allude to formative influences, serendipitous encounters and places from his past. That might suggest a highly reflective program, and the seven performances here certainly convey thoughtfulness. But the true focus of composer- improviser Bourassa and his ensemble, from beginning to end of the record, is in the moment, now. Sensuous imagination supported by sterling technique, François here empowers his musicians to embark on an adventure-strewn, winding road that tours vistas and waysides of a collective mindscape, strikingly different at every go 'round, each listen....

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On Number 9, François Bourassa's ninth album of original music for his own band, the Montreal-born pianist and empathic colleagues allude to formative influences, serendipitous encounters and places from his past. That might suggest a highly reflective program, and the seven performances here certainly convey thoughtfulness. But the true focus of composer- improviser Bourassa and his ensemble, from beginning to end of the record, is in the moment, now. Sensuous imagination supported by sterling technique, François here empowers his musicians to embark on an adventure-strewn, winding road that tours vistas and waysides of a collective mindscape, strikingly different at every go 'round, each listen.

Avec plus de 30 ans de carrière, François Bourassa est un des artistes-phares de la scène jazz canadienne. Prix Oscar Peterson au Festival International de Jazz de Montréal (2007), il a gagné aussi la reconnaissance du public d'ici et d'ailleurs, grâce à ces compositions créatives, inspirées, et sensibles. Virtuosité, synergie, audace, mais aussi humour et amour de la musique: un rendez-vous jazz à ne pas manquer ! «C’est une musique intéressante, exploratoire et passionnée qui vaut la peine d’être écoutée. » Fred Hersch "Un choc, un vrai, quand la musique possède tant de qualités. Une énergie folle, une écriture dense et nourrissante, des solistes de haut niveau" Ludovic Florin JazzMag

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