EST - From Gagarin’s Point of View
Picked up this one recently, and I’m now giving it the first listen. I have to say: This is a GREAT album. Any music lover would appreciate this. As a review from amazon.com says:
The Esbjörn Svensson Trio is one of the best piano trios in the world. They prove the statement that it’s impossible for jazz to renew itself, without changing it into something completely different to be totally wrong. (…) They really listen to each other.
That last sentence pretty much sums up the whole art of jazz. The able jazz musician’s ability to musically listen and respond to such a great degree is what makes me love jazz the most, and what makes it so enjoyable to play. No other genre of music can bring tears to my eyes.
Update: Sadly, Esbjörn Svensson is no more. :-(
