For listeners on the fence, or for those who are still unfamiliar with these magnificent compositions, this recording of the first three suites by cellist Martin Zeller is an excellent place to start. Zeller's approach is neither strictly Baroque "period practice," nor does he play with the overt and overdone romanticizing that other misguided cellists have chosen to employ. Rather, Zeller maintains the Baroque sensibility while allowing for some well-timed and appropriate rubato, subtle changes in rhythm, greater dynamic variability, and just a hint of romantic stylization. Perhaps the most enjoyable aspect of this disc, however, is its exceptional sound quality. Though recorded in a church, there's no trace of the boomy, overly reverberant quality that exists on many church recordings of the suites. Rather, listeners are surrounded by an unadulterated account of Zeller's powerful, warm, rich sound.(AllMusic)
What are you listening to and WHY might anyone be interested? (Vol. XIII)
Posted by: Richard Dane on 01 January 2017
2017 has arrived today, so time to start this thread afresh.
Last year's thread can be found here;
Chet Baker - Crystal bells
(1970)
Time for one more from the Battersea blues boys before making something to eat and this is one of their finest.
Now Playing........
Tori Amos - Native Invader
Taking Tori out for a spin, it has been a couple of months........
Bert Schurink posted:
First impressions, muscular ....
That's Matsuev's reminiscent of young Horowitz. I absolutely love his style.
I get to hear the Prokofiev 2 live next week at the Orchestra Hall! 
dav301 posted:On CD:-
Teddy Thompson & Kelly Jones - Little Windows
Ah ... so Teddy's not paired up with the Welsh chap then 
Been ripping a few of the forum recommendations purchased at the weekend onto the Melco
Starting with this one...
Joss Stone - Water For Your Soul
james n posted:Been ripping a few of the forum recommendations purchased at the weekend onto the Melco
Starting with this one...
Joss Stone - Water For Your Soul
What do you think James? It is a bit of a departure for Joss and am a bit nervous you bought it unheard on my recommendation.
For a first play Nigel i quite like it - a bit different 
This is an album I've had in my collection for some time. I was reminded of it by another post I saw elsewhere. It is an absolute favourite: a 1961 recording (but superbly mastered, unlike today's offerings), not as free as the title might suggest, but just sufficiently 'out there' to force the listener to pay attention and soak up the fine melodies, interesting harmony and constantly exciting rhythms on offer. This is IMHO truly magnificent music making. Highly recommended.
Delaney & Bonnie & Friends - On Tour With Eric Clapton.
Signing off for this evening with this 4 disc set of the '69 UK tour ..................... just a bunch of top musicians having a ball. 
From 20 years ago:
Tomasz Stanko trumpet
Bernt Rosengren tenor saxophone
Joakim Milder tenor and soprano saxophones
Terje Rypdal electric guitar
Bobo Stenson piano
Palle Danielsson double-bass
Jon Christensen drums
Super Deluxe set.
Haim Ronen posted:From 20 years ago:
Tomasz Stanko trumpet
Bernt Rosengren tenor saxophone
Joakim Milder tenor and soprano saxophones
Terje Rypdal electric guitar
Bobo Stenson piano
Palle Danielsson double-bass
Jon Christensen drums
Thanks for posting this Haim as I had forgotten how good an album it was so will need to dig it out for a listen.
Stevee_S posted:
(1994)
Some fine Canadian rock to get into this evening.
Contains my favourite Hip song Nautical Disaster. I was truly lucky to have seen them live in Vancouver whilst over visiting a friend in 95. I didn't know he had bought tickets for the gig but I am sure glad he did.
Now Playing......
Tori Amos - Little Earthquakes
Going back to the Tori's first album, it is one sweet album and always wonder why it isn't played more often whenever I give it a spin........
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Another from the talented Kieran Hebden
Now Playing.....
10,000 Maniacs - In My Tribe
Going from the early 90's and dropping back into the late 80's with another group's first album release.......
Now Playing......
Tomasz Stanko - Chameleon
Tomasz Stańko (trumpet), Janusz Skowron (piano, synthesizer, sampled percussion), Antymos Apostolis (elextric guitar, electric bass, drums, percussion, and sampled percussion)
Went with mention from HAIM RONEN and EWEMON regarding a different Tomasz Stanko album that I could not find on TIDAL. I did find Chaemleon and giving it a spin.
Just starting the fourth track and enjoying the music quite bit. The third track 'Hej I' was fantastic. Great trumpet!
Somebody else to run through the catalogue....... Thanks!
ewemon posted:Haim Ronen posted:From 20 years ago:
Tomasz Stanko trumpet
Bernt Rosengren tenor saxophone
Joakim Milder tenor and soprano saxophones
Terje Rypdal electric guitar
Bobo Stenson piano
Palle Danielsson double-bass
Jon Christensen drumsThanks for posting this Haim as I had forgotten how good an album it was so will need to dig it out for a listen.
Haim and/or Ewemon, are there any other Tomasz Stanko albums you would recommend?
Thanks.......
Now Playing.......
Tomasz Stanko - Too Pee
Streaming from TIDAL, exploring Tomasz's music.......