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Late Autumn

by Taeko Kunishima

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1.
To the Hebrides 04:33
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2.
Return to Life 06:52
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3.
The Waves 04:21
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4.
Kimie 07:07
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5.
Spring Rain 04:40
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6.
Rain Sketch 06:49
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Dusk 06:32
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8.
Promise 04:41
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Late Autumn 05:43
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This album was released in 2011 to good reviews and radio play in UK, Japan, US. Since that time some of the musicians involved have developed their work further, Maxwell Hallett (Betamax) is currently (2022) on a world tour with 'The Comet is Coming', Clive Bell releases his own albums, as does Paul Moylan, as part of She'koyokh.(Meaning: 'Nice One !')
We received very good review from 'All About Jazz' by Lawrence Peryer, ( 4.5 stars ).

'Kunishima's compositional skill is substantial, and it is a missed opportunity to listen to these pieces in only a casual way. The songs veer from moments of very straight-ahead, contemporary jazz in the vein of, say, Aaron Goldberg, into an assortment of surprising time changes and seductive melodies. These are not self-indulgent, gimmicky displays of ability, and the experimentation is never at the expense of accessibility. Kunishima has written nine highly original and exceptional songs.
While there are seven instrumentalists credited on this album, the core of the ensemble is a quartet. Several layers of texture are built upon the foundation of Kunishima, trumpeter Sean Corby, bassist Paul Moylan and drummer Maxwell Hallett, including a variety of percussion sounds from David Ross and ethereal shakuhachi (Japanese flute) work from Clive Bell, who also produced the set. While the instruments are all acoustic, there is tasteful and effective sound processing at several points (specifically applied to Corby's trumpet) as well as jangly, off-kilter prepared piano from Kunishima on "Rain Sketch." None of the sonic colorings are overdone or sound misplaced, instead contributing atmospherics at the service of the compositions.
The engineering and musicians make great use of the sonic palette at their disposal, but the real pleasure is derived from the performance execution. The playing is tight and syncopated where the music calls for it, displaying a lilting swing on "Promise," with its bouncy bass melody and hand clap accents. The band also plays out and psychedelic—with ease and seeming pleasure, given how often they go there. The one vocal track, featuring Rio Roberts, is more than just straightforward; the melody is quirky—pretty, but oddly and rewardingly disjointed at moments. Just another point of intrigue amongst many; all of these musicians deliver exactly what is appropriate when called upon.

To date, Taeko Kunishima's live work has been focused in the UK, Germany and Japan. This thoroughly modern and captivating record may be one to help her break through to a more global audience, including casual jazz fans looking for something new but also the aficionado in need of uncharted terrain to explore. Taeko Kunishima's Late Autumn is the perfect storm of repertoire, arrangements and players, with something for everyone.'

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released November 14, 2011

Taeko Kunishima: piano; Clive Bell: shakuhachi, flute; Sean Corby: trumpet, flugelhorn (tracks 2,3,4,6); Paul Moylan: double bass; Maxwell Hallett: drums (tracks 2,3,4,6); David Ross: cajon,percussion (tracks 5,7,8,9); Rio Roberts: vocals (track 9)

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Taeko Kunishima Wales, UK

Taeko Kunishima: A Japanese pianist & composer, played piano at age 7, studied classical performance at university. On hearing Miles Davis, her direction changed. Lived in: Japan, UK and Middle East, experiencing their cultures, then reflecting on their distinctive modes musically. Released 5 albums: Played on BBC Radio 3, Jazz FM, Performed at London EFGJazz Festival and at Aberjazz in 2022. ... more

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