Album Notes

The melodies on the "Tales" Album are recorded in a jazz trio - a musical form that best expresses Alex Alexeev's attitude in music: strong melody, lyricism, romanticism. "Tales" CD comprise a melodic menu of solo and band arrangements led by acoustic piano. It is a melodic jazz where classical Russian piano school is clearly heard. The music stresses a melodic instrumental approach with fresh sounding piano-led tracks based on mostly medium-tempo grooves. The musicianship is best expressed in the refined integration of different forms, combining the rigorous technique of classical school, the improvisation of jazz, and the fresh, ingenious approach into one exhilarating musical experience. It's a musical search for ways of expressing calibre, depth, beauty, diversity and love.