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1.1 Too Little, Too Late1.2 Resilience (For George)1.3 The Other Side of the Mountain1.4 Rebop1.5 The Mirror1.6 With Gratitude (For Wayne)1.7 One for Bu |
 | | Description: | As a composer and bandleader, trumpeter David Weiss is dedicated to the proposition that there are still new stories to be told from within the bebop tradition. The several collaborative bands he's spearheaded over the last 3 decades - including the superband, The Cookers - are towering examples, but none more personal to his voice than this ongoing Sextet. With longtime collaborators saxophonist Myron Walden and drummer EJ Strickland, and newer musical partners such as tenor saxophonist Nicole Glover and pianist David Bryant, Weiss creates expansive harmonic and rhythmic frameworks for the group to explore and summit. Intriguing melodies and virtuosic solos highlight this set of five originals, along with compositions from Freddie Hubbard and Slide Hampton. "... innovating while drawing from tradition... creating a powerful, propulsive force." - Jazz TimesHarmonies shift in unsettled patterns; the pieces, beautiful as they are, work through their troubles in long, ruminative phrases; and the soloists likewise pitch their virtuosity in search of an elusive place they can call home... The tunes are lovely. - DownBeat.Recorded by Chris Benham at Big Orange Sheep, Brooklyn, NY on January 23 & 24, 2023."Auteur" is a CD release by the David Weiss Sextet on the respected jazz label Origin Records, showcasing contemporary acoustic jazz with a strong compositional focus and an ensemble sound rooted in the post-bop and modern New York scene. Across the album, the sextet develops sophisticated themes, harmonically rich progressions, and dynamic group interplay, balancing intricate written passages with expansive improvisations. Listeners can expect long-form pieces that evolve organically, shifting between tight, ensemble-driven sections and open spaces that highlight the soloists' individuality. The production emphasizes clarity and warmth, allowing trumpet, saxophones, piano, bass, and drums to blend into a cohesive, narrative-driven sound world that rewards both focused listening and repeated plays.
David Weiss is known as a trumpeter, composer, and bandleader who has been a key figure in keeping advanced acoustic jazz moving forward, particularly in New York. Beyond his acclaimed work as a sideman and collaborator, he has established himself with projects that blend tradition and innovation, including ensembles dedicated to pushing harmonic language and rhythmic complexity while maintaining deep ties to the hard-bop and post-bop heritage. Over the years, Weiss has earned recognition in the jazz community for his strong writing, his role in mentoring and presenting new talent, and his ability to organize ensembles that sound both tightly arranged and emotionally urgent. With the David Weiss Sextet, he channels these strengths into music that is at once cerebral and deeply expressive.
Origin Records, based in the United States, has developed a reputation as an artist-friendly independent jazz label that focuses on high-quality, thoughtfully produced recordings. Their catalog spans a wide range of modern and straight-ahead jazz, featuring both established artists and emerging voices. Known for careful curation, strong recording quality, and a commitment to long-term artistic relationships, Origin offers a platform where musicians can develop personal projects rather than chase trends. A release on Origin typically signals a certain level of musical maturity and artistic intent, and "Auteur" fits well within this philosophy, presenting a detailed, conceptually unified album that highlights compositional depth, ensemble cohesion, and the personality of David Weiss's musical vision.
On "Auteur," the David Weiss Sextet explores mood, texture, and narrative structure in a way that will appeal to listeners who appreciate albums as complete statements rather than loose collections of tunes. Tempos range from driving, rhythmically intricate pieces to spacious ballads, and the arrangements often feature layered horn voicings, counterpoint between trumpet and saxophones, and rhythm-section frameworks that shift fluidly between swing, groove-based feels, and more open time. The result is a recording that situates itself firmly in the lineage of modern acoustic jazz while speaking in a contemporary voice--an album aimed at discerning jazz fans who value both compositional sophistication and heartfelt improvisation. | | | No. of tracks: |
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ORIGIN82903 |
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