Angel of the Presence

by John Taylor

Overview

John Taylor has long been one of the top modern jazz pianists in the British jazz scene. When featured in a trio, as he is on 2004's Angel of the Presence, he can often sound close to both Keith Jarrett and Bill Evans. That is the case on this CD even though neither Evans nor Jarrett ever performed this material, comprised of originals by Taylor, Steve Swallow and Kenny Wheeler. The modern structures challenge Taylor, but he consistently comes up with melodic and thoughtful ideas. Taylor works closely with bassist Palle Danielsson and the subtle drummer Martin France to create moody music that has its own logic. It is well worth several close listens. ~ Scott Yanow

Product Details

Release Date:	11/07/2006
Label:	Cam Jazz / Cam
UPC:	0016728502023
Rank:	131631

Tracks

1. Up Too Late
2. Dry Stone
3. In Cologne
4. Sweet Dulcinea
5. Vaguely Asian
6. Fable
7. Afterthought
8. Intro to No Particular Song

Album Credits

Performance Credits

John Taylor   Primary Artist,Piano
Martin France   Primary Artist,Drums
Palle Danielsson   Primary Artist,Double Bass,Bass

Technical Credits

John Surman   Liner Notes
Ermanno Basso   Artistic Producer,Producer
Kenny Wheeler   Composer
Diane Taylor   Artwork
Johannes Wohlleben   Engineer
Danilo Rossi   Mastering
Rolf Bauer   Photography
John Taylor   Paintings,Composer