Pianist Richie Beirach and saxophonist Dave Liebman have teamed up on many record dates through the years starting in 1973. This CD reissue, taken from the Japanese Trio label, is a set of duets that are primarily introspective and thoughtful. However, the melodies (mixing together originals and standards) are strong, Liebman's reeds (tenor, soprano and alto flute) provide some variety, and the musical communication is very tight. The date is a sleeper, but listeners who have the patience will find much to enjoy, with the highlights including "Spring Is Here" (featuring Liebman's soprano), Beirach's "Eden," Liebman's tonal distortions on tenor during "Cadeques," and his unaccompanied tenor on "In a Sentimental Mood."
Omerta
Richie Beirach / David Liebman
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by Scott Yanow
Track Listing
| Title/Composer | Performer | Time | Stream | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 07:55 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 2 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 06:36 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 3 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 04:41 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 4 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 06:41 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 5 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 07:12 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 6 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 05:54 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 7 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 05:50 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 8 | Richie Beirach / David Liebman | 03:58 | SpotifyAmazon |
