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Brailehouse : Pledge Featuring Alan Katz, Ben Monder, Matt Miller & John Marshall
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Modern Jazz that embraces cross-genres, Improvisatory music in the vein of Ralph Towner, Bill Frisell, Michael Manring, Pat Metheny, but, of course, totally different.
Genre: Jazz: Modern Creative Jazz
Release Date: 2007
Pledge Featuring Alan Katz, Ben Monder, Matt Miller & John Marshall Record Label: Brailehouse
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Preview Song Name Time Format Price Select
Dorset 7:31 Album Only
Pledge 2:30 Album Only
Brailehouse 8:49 Album Only
Wheels Over Indian Trails 8:21 Album Only
Catpultapitulate 5:13 Album Only
Monderia 2:31 Album Only
Empha Boy 8:22 Album Only
Mercurio 6:44 Album Only
Solace 6:03 Album Only
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Album Notes

Brailehouse is a modern Jazz project featuring the compositions of bassist Alan Katz. These pieces are interpreted through the stellar talents of Matt Miller (Drums); John Marshall (Tenor Sax) and Ben Monder (Guitar).

Although listed as a "Jazz" album, Brailehouse` "Pledge" is a cross-genre experience. The composer has many musical influences. It is his hope this is reflected in his music as a non-derivative expression.

Mr. Katz employs an idiosyncratic chordal approach to some of the tracks, introducing some fresh timbres and inversions to the bass guitar. These techniques are most audible on "Wheels Over Indian Trails" and "Monderia".

There are many "moments" on the album rewarding the attentive listener.

Every song has a character of it`s own---we encourage you to check the samples on the Digital Download page.
Consider ordering a hard-copy CD. Along with high-fidelity from being mastered by Grammy Award winner Gene Paul,it features some beautiful artwork and photography. A nice piece to add to your collection.

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REVIEWS

Brailehouse
author: jay dorrance
Bassist Alan Katz is a monster! Katz has put together a stellar session with the addition of guitar wizard Ben Monder.From the opening notes of Dorset its clear we're in for a special ride. Tenor Sax man John Marsall (not the english percussionist)is also a revelation. Marshall sports a fat full tone and ably carries the lead role at times. Its Ben Monder's presence here that got my interest. Truly a monster under recognized talent, Monder is in full ripping form. This is a wonderful find...highly recommended!
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