new al*** from fred simon

<drum roll> It's here! A new album from Fred, as much anticipated by some forum members.

"Remember the River" sees Fred in a trio setting once again, this time accompanied by musical alchemists Paul McCandless on English horn, oboe, soprano sax, bass clarinet and penny whistle and Steve Rodby on double bass.

Fred wrote each track on the disc, injecting his sense of beautiful musicality into every inch of the score. The piano sounds as light as a feather under his touch, the bass a perfect complement in Steve’s hands. Paul’s floating and innovative sound has the effect of transporting the whole composition to a higher plane.

For years, Paul has played with the relentlessly innovative group, Oregon, winning many awards and nominations for his playing. He is a talented multi-instrumentalist, as can be seen by reading his list of involvement on Remember The River.

Bassist and co-producer of the Pat Metheny Group, Steve Rodby has won several Grammys for his work. His rapport with the bass is second to none, easily coaxing out a deep and wondrously rich sound; smooth yet authoritative.

Remember the River was co-produced by Fred and Steve, and recorded live with two microphones by Ken Christianson. This new disc is a True Stereo recording.

You can listen to a track by clicking here:

listen to "Folk Songs of the Cold War"

buy a copy of "Remember the River"

Anna