After building an impressive resume as a sideman, Puerto Rican-born, New York-based pianist Edsel Gomez makes his debut as a leader with the ambitious, intriguing CUBIST MUSIC. Based on the principles of Cubist paintings, Gomez”s compositions insinuate themselves into the listener”s ear with their repeated motifs, hypnotic rhythms, and imbricated structures. Gomez”s approach may seem high-minded to fans of more mainstream jazz, but the music is still accessible, melodic, and highly engaging. Excellent playing from clarinetist Don Byron, saxophonist David Sanchez, and others (not to mention Gomez”s exciting piano work), makes this a debut worth noting.

TRACK LISTING:
1. NYC Taxi Ride
2. To the Lord
3. Wolfville
4. Ladybug
5. Juan Tizol
6. The Minetta Triangle
7. Coqui Serenade
8. Empty House
9. The ”Adoracion” Variations
10. Harmolodic Collage
11. West 54th Street Theme
12. The 3-3 Clave
13. Molly

Additional Details

Label: Zoho

Genre: Jazz

Run Time: 52 mins

Release Date: 05/05/14

UPC: 880956060125