As both a pianist and composer, Geoff Eales has an exquisite touch, delicate but purposeful. The dominant mood of these 12 pieces is quiet and reflective, yet his melodic lines are so clear that their gentle drama carries you along. The combination of instruments is very effective too. Bassist Chris Laurence and drummer Martin France have recorded with Eales before and play prominent and active roles, while the voice of Brigitte Beraha and trumpet of Noel Langley make a magical blend. If this reminds you of the classic pairing of Norma Winstone and the late Kenny Wheeler, that’s quite apt, since one of the pieces is called Remembering Kenny, and it features some stupendous playing by Noel Langley.
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