A Beginning
Om udgivelsen
This is an intentional and honest vocal jazz album released with love for the playful nature of jazz music. The music is open and joyful in its swingful character. It is composed with the colors of Nature and imagination.
The first two compositions, Icicles and Winter Forest, are linked together in one long suite. They describe winter experiences in the Nordic nature and take the listener outdoors to experience “just being there”. It is quiet when you look out over a frozen lake, and if you allow yourself to slow down and take in the scenery, it is a place where you can connect and gather your energy. The third composition, Ancient Beauty, is about letting your imagination run wild and let yourself be overwhelmed - forget time and space. The last track of the album is the standard Bye Bye Blackbird in a refreshing tempo. The tune still feels calm because of the relaxed interplay between the well-playing upcoming Nordic jazz musicians.
Om artisten
Anna Emmeluth Quartet is a Nordic vocal jazz group consisting of virtuoso piano player Juho Valjakka, energetic double bass player Nathan Francis, inventive drummer Teemu Mustonen and singer Anna Emmeluth. They play with a great love for jazz music and its many stories. Improvisation and playfulness is a part of their DNA
Anna Emmeluth herself works with colors in her compositional style. She makes odd intervals feel natural and uses them as a means of storytelling. Her bright voice and personal style adds intimacy and playfulness to her performances. She grew up on Funen and has always felt closely connected to Nature, which is a big inspiration in her work.
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Featuring
Anna Emmeluth: vokal
Juho Valjakka: piano
Nathan Francis: kontrabas
Teemu Mustonen: trommer