Beautful..
author: Rocco Phipps
Francois is a true genius of his instrument and this live recording captures every aspect of it. His arco playing (off the neck!) transends the contrabass to another world. This recording is a must for not only bassists, but for those who admire fine, fine music.
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Truly a virtuoso composer and performer!
author: Bett Butler, editor, This Week in Jazz
It has been said that what Yo-Yo Ma is to cello, Francois Rabbath is to bass; but perhaps such comparisons do neither musician justice. M. Rabbath possesses a unique voice with a wide range of emotional color in both performance and composition, and that voice is very much in evidence on this album.
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A must for any musicians let alone bassists.
author: Cécile Savage
François Rabbath is a master of the instrument, the contrabass that is. His technique is flawless: his bowing is clear and warm. He often sounds as if 2 bassists were playing at the same time, which is not the case since most of the cuts were recorded in concert. A great source of inspiration.
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Now I know what the FR phenomenon is all about.
author: Elisabeth
Amazing that he can express himself on the bass at, seemingly, the speed of thought. Found this to be more than a succession of musical works; it was an experience, engaging, addictive. It immediately became the soundtrack to my dreams.
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