Description
Studio Konzert captures Raphaël Schwab and Julien Soro in a uniquely intimate and sonically pristine setting, recorded live at the renowned Bauer Studios as part of their acclaimed direct-to-2-track analogue concert series. Designed for audiophiles and purists alike, this fully analog recording approach preserves every nuance of performance, resulting in a warm, immediate listening experience that places the audience directly inside the room with the musicians. Pressed on limited, numbered 180g vinyl with premium packaging, the release reflects Neuklang's commitment to both sonic excellence and collectible presentation.
Building on their earlier collaborations for the label, Schwab (double bass) and Soro (saxophone) expand their musical dialogue through a stripped-down yet richly expressive format. Drawing from compositions featured on their previous albums alongside reinterpretations of jazz standards by Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, and Fats Waller, the duo reimagines familiar material through an unconventional instrumentation that emphasizes interplay, space, and improvisational freedom. The absence of additional instruments sharpens the focus on melodic invention and rhythmic subtlety, allowing each phrase to resonate with clarity and intent.
The result is an intense, conversational performance--an evolving exchange between two seasoned musicians deeply attuned to one another's instincts. Their long-standing collaboration is evident in the fluidity of the arrangements and the spontaneity of the interpretations, which balance structural precision with exploratory energy. Studio Konzert stands as both a document of a live performance and a refined artistic statement, bridging the traditions of jazz with a modern, minimalist sensibility that rewards close listening.
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Track Listing
- Ba-Lue Bolivar Ba-Lues-Are
- Carré
- Les gens 1
- Solar
- Alone Together
- Jitterbug Waltz
- Les gens 2
- Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
Additional Details
Label: NEUKLANG
Genre: Jazz
Run Time: 45:27 mins
Region: 0
Release Date: 04/25/25
UPC: 4012116415216