In the midst of the musical tapestry woven by the Ari Joshua Quartet, โNun Kommt es Werderโ stands as a delicate gem that beckons listeners into a world of introspection and emotion. The quartetโs masterful collaboration showcases a shimmering arrangement of instruments, each contributing to a melancholic yet enchanting jazz ballad that is nothing short of mesmerizing.
From the opening notes, the glimmery and sonorous piano takes the lead, evoking a sense of nostalgia as it ripples through the ambient aural field and swings into the jazzy blues. The guitar rhythms, inundating like gentle waves, intertwine with gentle cymbals that punctuate the air independently, creating a richly layered soundscape that draws you in.
The compositionโs down-tempo pace and delicate nuances create an atmosphere reminiscent of nights spent lost in contemplation under the moonโs tender gaze. As the quartet weaves its musical narrative, the listener is invited to embrace the raw beauty of the moment, evoking a range of feelings that linger long after swelling on in a whimper of musical notes for more than seven long minutes.
The echoes of jazz legends such as Thelonious Monk and Duke Ellington can be felt in the quartetโs nuanced approach to melody and rhythm. The graceful interplay between instruments, from Ari Joshuaโs intricate guitar work to Geoff Harperโs resonant upright bass, from Joel Beanโs expressive piano to Will Loneโs skillful drumming, demonstrates a synergy that can only come from musicians deeply attuned to one another.
With transcendent melodies, the Ari Joshua Quartet delivers timelessness in their jazz ballad โNun Kommt es Werder,โ beckoning you to listen a third time.
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Review By: Naomi Joan