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Live At Willimantic Records - Lao Dan - Vinyl LP

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live at willimantic records - lao dan

Live At Willimantic Records

Lao Dan

2019
4 tracks
1 uur, 18 min
free jazz

Album Description

Dive into the exhilarating world of free jazz and avant-garde with Lao Dan's "Live At Willimantic Records," a captivating album released on December 6, 2019, under the Family Vineyard label. This American debut showcases Lao Dan, China's rising star on bamboo flute, suona, and alto saxophone, alongside the talented Paul Flaherty, Randall Colbourne, and Damon Smith. The album is a high-octane journey through four electrifying tracks: "Noise & Light," "Winter Dawn," "Long Shadows," and "Relentless Still," each lasting a total of 1 hour and 18 minutes. Critics have praised it as a thrilling experience for those who appreciate the intensity and innovation of free jazz. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the genre, this album promises an engaging and unique listening experience.

December 6, 20192019 Family Vineyard2019 Family Vineyard

Tracks

Noise & LightLao Dan, Paul Flaherty, Randall Colbourne, Damon Smith
23:22
Winter DawnLao Dan, Paul Flaherty, Randall Colbourne, Damon Smith
23:38
Long ShadowsLao Dan, Paul Flaherty, Randall Colbourne, Damon Smith
20:29
Relentless StillLao Dan, Paul Flaherty, Randall Colbourne, Damon Smith
10:48

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About Lao Dan

Lao Dan is a contemporary Chinese musician and composer who blends traditional Chinese instruments like the flute and guzheng with modern saxophone, creating a unique fusion of free improvisation, avant-garde, and Chinese New Folk music. Known for his innovative approach, Lao Dan often experiments with extended techniques and simultaneous performances on multiple instruments, as heard in his solo album "Cao Yi Shu." With a background in free jazz and modern pioneer music, his work is a testament to his deep roots in Chinese musical tradition and his adventurous spirit in pushing boundaries. Follow him on Spotify and Bandcamp to explore his captivating soundscapes.

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