Mulgrew Miller • Solo in Barcelona

 

A Masterpiece of Piano Brilliance

Mulgrew Miller, one of the most important pianists of jazz’ modern era, proudly delivers his brand-new album Solo in Barcelona via Storyville Records.

The occasion of a present-day release of a solo recording by this remarkable musician is a very rare and extraordinary occasion. This album, which was recorded on February 2, 2004 in Barcelona, is truly a rare gem for the admirers of a man and piano player, who was loved by so many fans and the entire jazz global community. With his unique take on arrangements from Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, Cole Porter, Miles Davis and Duke Ellington, MM shows us why he is considered a modern legend.

On this solo album, MM's piano embarks on an extraordinary musical journey. With each note, he effortlessly paints a vivid tapestry of emotions, traversing a rich musical landscape that spans genres and styles characterized by versatility, proficient soloing and tasteful restraint. He plays like a modern-day exponent of Art Tatum with the deepest musical roots, but with the freshest, most forward-thinking, profoundly original voice that’s uniquely his own.

Live in Barcelona shows how he is able to tell us a story and swing like very few others. A real master on the piano. The highlight is perhaps his ‘Excursions in Blue’, playing the blues like it should be done - in the moment! Solo in Barcelona is a beautiful documentation of Mulgrew Miller playing solo material that has not been recorded before. MM was one of the most influential jazz pianists of his generation. Renowned for his technical mastery, improvisational genius and deep musicality, Mulgrew Miller worked with Miles Davis, Betty Carter, Woody Shaw, Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen and his own trio around the globe. Still missed by his big audience.

Mulgrew Miller (1955-2013) was a world-renowned jazz pianist and composer. His illustrious career spanned over four decades, during which he performed with legendary jazz artists and received critical acclaim for his exceptional musicianship. His unique approach to the piano and his profound contributions to jazz have solidified his place as one of the greatest pianists in the history of the genre. With this exceptional solo album, MM invites listeners on a personal and intimate musical journey, as he displays his extraordinary command of the piano. His nuanced phrasing, exquisite dynamics and deep understanding of harmony create an enchanting and captivating listening experience.  

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Una obra maestra del piano

Mulgrew Miller, uno de los pianistas más importantes de la era moderna del jazz, se enorgullece de presentar su nuevo álbum Solo in Barcelona a través de Storyville Records.

La publicación de una grabación en solitario de este notable músico es una ocasión muy rara y extraordinaria. Este álbum, que fue grabado el 2 de febrero de 2004 en Barcelona, es realmente una joya rara para los admiradores de un hombre y pianista, que fue amado por tantos fans y por toda la comunidad global del jazz. Con su visión única de los arreglos de Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, Cole Porter, Miles Davis y Duke Ellington, MM nos muestra por qué se le considera una leyenda moderna.

En este álbum en solitario, el piano de MM se embarca en un extraordinario viaje musical. Con cada nota, pinta sin esfuerzo un vívido tapiz de emociones, atravesando un rico paisaje musical que abarca géneros y estilos caracterizados por la versatilidad, la destreza en los solos y la moderación. Toca como un exponente moderno de Art Tatum con las raíces musicales más profundas, pero con la voz más fresca, vanguardista y profundamente original que le es propia.

Live in Barcelona muestra cómo es capaz de contarnos una historia y de hacer swing como muy pocos. Un auténtico maestro del piano. El punto culminante es quizás su «Excursions in Blue», tocando el blues como debe hacerse: ¡en el momento! Solo in Barcelona es una hermosa documentación de Mulgrew Miller tocando material en solitario que no se había grabado antes. MM fue uno de los pianistas de jazz más influyentes de su generación. Reconocido por su maestría técnica, su genio improvisador y su profunda musicalidad, Mulgrew Miller trabajó con Miles Davis, Betty Carter, Woody Shaw, Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen y con su propio trío por todo el mundo. Sigue siendo añorado por su gran público.

Mulgrew Miller (1955-2013) fue un pianista y compositor de jazz de fama mundial. Su ilustre carrera abarcó más de cuatro décadas, durante las cuales actuó con legendarios artistas de jazz y recibió elogios de la crítica por su excepcional musicalidad. Su enfoque único del piano y sus profundas contribuciones al jazz han consolidado su lugar como uno de los más grandes pianistas de la historia del género. Con este excepcional álbum en solitario, MM invita a los oyentes a un viaje musical personal e íntimo, en el que despliega su extraordinario dominio del piano. Su fraseo lleno de matices, su exquisita dinámica y su profundo conocimiento de la armonía crean una experiencia auditiva encantadora y cautivadora.  

Tracks:
1 - Tour De Force
Written-By – Dizzy Gillespie

2 - I Love You
Written-By – Cole Porter

3 - Introduction    0:37
4 - O Grande Amor
Written-By – Antônio Carlos Jobim*

5 - It Never Entered My Mind
Written-By – Richard Rodgers

6 - Milestones
Written-By – John Lewis (2)

7 - Introduction    0:37
8 - Excursions In Blue
Written-By – Mulgrew Miller

9 - Misty
Written-By – Erroll Garner

10 - Woody'n You
Written-By – Dizzy Gillespie

11 - Just Squeeze Me (But Please Don't Tease Me)
Written-By – Duke Ellington


Credits:
    Liner Notes – Benny Green
    Mastered By – Mik Neumann
    Photography By [Photo] – Jan Persson (4), Jean-François Laberine
    Piano [Uncredited] – Mulgrew Miller
    Producer – Christian Brorsen
    Recorded By, Producer – Jordi Suñol

Recorded at Fabià Puigserver Room, Teatre Lliure, Barcleona on February 2, 2004.

Total time: 69:23

Label:    Storyville – 1018537
Series:    The Jordi Suñol Archives – 2
Country:    Denmark
Released:    Aug 18, 2023
Genre:    Jazz
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