For an ensemble associated with the avant-garde, this album of familiar Ellington, Monk, and Mingus tunes is a bit of a departure. The group is particularly adept at handling the staccato rhythms and odd phrasing of the three Monk songs here, including a lovely version of "Ruby, My Dear." Given the brooding intellectualism of some of Davis' past work, his casually swinging piano work is somewhat of a surprise. The lone original piece, a specially commissioned composition by Davis, is a slowly developing blues of sorts that never really takes off. But for its outstanding musicianship and highly original takes on some classic material, this album is strongly recommended.
String Trio of New York With Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York
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String Trio of New York With Anthony Davis Review
by Joel Roberts
Track Listing
| Title/Composer | Performer | Time | Stream | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York | 07:17 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 2 | Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York | 05:08 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 3 | Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York | 08:00 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 4 | Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York | 13:12 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 5 | Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York | 04:59 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 6 | Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York | 05:58 | SpotifyAmazon | |||
| 7 | Anthony Davis / String Trio of New York | 07:14 | SpotifyAmazon |
