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- suite: april 2020 - brad mehldau
Suite: April 2020
- 2020
- 15 tracks
- 40 min
- jazz
Album Description
Brad Mehldau's 'Suite: April 2020' is a poignant and introspective jazz album, released on 12 June 2020 via Nonesuch. This 40-minute masterpiece is a deeply personal and emotional journey, with a thoughtfully curated tracklist that takes the listener through a range of emotions and experiences. From the gentle awakening of 'I. waking up' to the soothing 'XII. lullaby', Mehldau's masterful storytelling weaves a narrative that is both deeply relatable and profoundly moving.
The album's themes of introspection and contemplation are perfectly captured in tracks such as 'III. keeping distance' and 'VI. uncertainty', which speak to the anxieties and doubts of our modern world. Meanwhile, the inclusion of covers such as 'Don't Let It Bring You Down', 'New York State of Mind', and 'Look for the Silver Lining' adds a touch of nostalgia and timelessness to the record.
Throughout 'Suite: April 2020', Mehldau's signature jazz sensibilities shine through, with intricate melodies and harmonies that showcase his remarkable skill as a composer and performer. The result is an album that is at once a powerful exploration of the human experience and a testament to Mehldau's status as one of the most innovative and compelling jazz artists of his generation.
Tracks
- I. waking upBrad Mehldau
- II. stepping outsideBrad Mehldau
- III. keeping distanceBrad Mehldau
- IV. stopping, listening: hearingBrad Mehldau
- V. remembering before all thisBrad Mehldau
- VI. uncertaintyBrad Mehldau
- VII. - the day moves by -Brad Mehldau
- VIII. yearningBrad Mehldau
- IX. waitingBrad Mehldau
- X. in the kitchenBrad Mehldau
- XI. family harmonyBrad Mehldau
- XII. lullabyBrad Mehldau
- Don't Let It Bring You DownBrad Mehldau
- New York State of MindBrad Mehldau
- Look for the Silver LiningBrad Mehldau
About Brad Mehldau
Brad Mehldau is a celebrated American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger, renowned for his lyrical and intimate style. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1970, Mehldau has been a prominent figure in the jazz world since the early 1990s. His acoustic piano trio, formed in the mid-1990s, is widely regarded as one of the most influential in contemporary jazz. Mehldau's music seamlessly blends jazz, classical, and pop elements, creating spellbinding performances of both original compositions and iconic covers. A prolific artist, he has recorded extensively and is known for his consistent and innovative output. Mehldau's work has earned him critical acclaim and a Grammy Award, solidifying his place among the premier league of modern creative pianists. His performances are not just concerts but immersive experiences that showcase his unique musical vision.
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