The recording of this concert in Frankfurt documents a historic reunion of the Ganelin Trio. The last time the Trio played together was in October 1987, 15 years ago almost to the day. The verdict of the ecstatic crowd, which arrived for the concert from many parts of Europe, was that the Trio played as if this 15-year gap did not exist. They are still ahead of their time, they are still as original and unique as they were 15 years ago, and they are even greater musicians now than before.
"15-year Reunion" is a remarkable CD by the legendary Ganelin Trio, released under the renowned Leo Records label. This album captures the trio's innovative spirit and their unique blend of avant-garde jazz, free improvisation, and Eastern European musical influences. The recording marks a significant reunion after 15 years apart, showcasing their continued synergy and creative evolution. The Ganelin Trio'consisting of Vyacheslav Ganelin (piano), Vladimir Tarasov (drums), and Vladimir Chekasin (saxophones)'is celebrated for pioneering Soviet-era jazz that broke boundaries both musically and politically. Their previous works have been critically acclaimed worldwide, establishing them as icons in experimental jazz circles.
Leo Records is an influential independent label based in the UK, known for its dedication to contemporary improvised music and avant-garde jazz since its founding in 1979 by Leo Feigin. Over decades, it has become synonymous with high-quality releases from groundbreaking artists across the globe.
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- Bigband Swing 173- Dixieland(Revival) 25- Oldtime Jazz 141- Other Swing 11.815- Ragtime 12- Swing Combos 106
