Brilliant composer and saxophonist Julian Arguelles leads his superb project with the Frankfurt Radio Big Band.

Momenta is Argüelles' return to a big band setting, and is the culmination of composing, rehearsing and performing with the Frankfurt Radio Big Band where he now works. Recorded live in concert, Momenta is a collection of new arrangements of Argüelles compositions, both old and new, plus two new compositions specifically for this project. Argüelles' ever-changing formats have produced acclaimed trio, quartet, octet and solo recordings, yet his relationship with big bands is a long-standing one. A member of the European Youth Jazz Orchestra, a founding member of the mid 80's maverick ensemble, Loose Tubes, he has worked with large groups led by Django Bates, Chris McGregor's Brotherhood of Breath and Kenny Wheeler's Big Band for 20 years. Argüelles has written for the Hamburg Radio Big Band, Scottish National Jazz Orchestra, and Royal Academy of Music Jazz Orchestra. He feels this project is an extension of his earlier arrangements.

Track Listing

• Barcelona 1936
• You See My Dear
• Phaedrus
• Evan's Freedom Pass
• Skull View
• Hi Steve
• Mish Mash

Additional Details

Label: Basho Music

Genre: Jazz

Run Time: 66:41 mins

Release Date: 08/10/10

UPC: 832929002922