Erik Friedlander: Ink
Musicians:
Erik Friedlander (cello),
Trevor Dunn (bass), Mike Sarin (drums)
.Composed by Erik Friedlander
.Recorded: January 24-25, 2008
Rating: 90/100 (learn more)
"Ink," in contrast to other, short frenetic tracks on Broken Arm Trio such as "Jim Zipper," lumbers along at a leisurely strut with a blues-like melody. But even on this straight-ahead, slower number, Friedlander is never short on ideas. With his cello tuned higher than a bass and played pizzicato (plucked), Friedlander effectively harmonizes Sarin's bassline, taking the high notes while Sarin goes low. When Sarin performs his syncopated solo, the leader comps, and when the two switch roles, Friedlander goes wild as he's apt to do, only in slow-motion. "Ink" is a lazy tune in attitude only; the musicianship behind it belies its laid-back demeanor.
Reviewer: S. Victor Aaron
Tags: 2000s jazz · cello
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