Michael Dimin
Big Droppins
© 2002 Michael Dimin (783707467726)
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Acclaimed virtuoso bassist, performing in both solo and ensemble settings. Joined by the world renowned soprano saxophonist Paul McCandless has created "has elevated the standards in the field of bass artistry."
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- 1 The Hunter
- 2 Song for My Father
- 3 Autumn Leaves
- 4 The Shadow of Your Smile
- 5 T-off
- 6 23elul5761
- 7 Three Views of a Secret
- 8 Little Sister
- 9 Big Droppins
- 10 Footprints
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"Above it all he is a supreme musician, with a singular, unique voice on his instrument."
- Max Valentino (read the entire article at www.talkbass.com)
Big Droppins is my first CD, as a leader, featuring Tristan Luke, Brian Melick, Konstantin Tsykun, Tim Reyes and the world class reed work of Special Guest Paul McCandless. You can listen to samples at my MP3 page. Order the CD at my e-store. For a limited time get Big Droppins and my book, The Chordal Approach for a special "bundle" price. Check out the e-store for details. See what some are saying from a pre-release CD.
It's beautifully paced, and really well-recorded. I greatly dig the group work,and the solo pieces are stunning."
- Joe Gallant, The Illuminati Orchestra
"Big Droppins is an extraordinary collection of both solo exhibitions and eclectic ensemble pieces. It is comprised of five original compositions from Dimin and five skillfully crafted, orchestrated arrangements of classic jazz standards. With his fretted and fretless basses, his Boomerang Phrase Sampler, and his sophisticated knowledge of harmony, Dimin has redefined the art of looping and solo electric bass performance. Assisted by the brilliant work of world renowned soprano saxophonist Paul McCandless on two tracks and accompanied by several members of his talented "musical family", Dimin demonstrates his technical proficiency in solo, duo, trio, and quartet settings. Lyrical fretless soloing, multi-layered textures, impeccable intonation, and rich tone can be found throughout. ...Bottom Line: With his innovative chordal approach to solo electric bass performance and the release of his first recording as a leader, Big Droppins, Michael Dimin has elevated the standards in the field of bass artistry. Look out!"
- Cliff Engel, www.bassically.net (read the entire review at www.bassically.net/news_reviews.htm)
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Soothing and slick bass solo cd!!
author: Chris BrodyGreat songwriting. Sweet fretless and fretted bass solos. Tasty mouth-watering soulfull grooves. Beautiful singing tonality in Mike's basses. Quite a range of instruments and musicians contributing to this cd. Smooth and relaxing music. Enjoy