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Review by carlos daniel guerrero clavoji
Art Maiste's album Pianostyles is a masterful collection of instrumental tracks that showcase his exceptional piano skills. The album consists of twelve pieces that range from classical to jazz and pop, each with its unique style and flavor.
From the opening track, "Prelude in C Major," Maiste's delicate touch and precise technique are evident. The piece sets the tone for the rest of the album, which is filled with beautiful melodies and intricate harmonies.
One of the standout tracks is "Autumn Leaves," a jazzy rendition of the classic standard. Maiste's improvisational skills are on full display here, as he effortlessly weaves in and out of the melody, creating a rich and textured sound.
Another highlight is "Moon River," a tender and romantic ballad that showcases Maiste's ability to evoke emotion through his playing. The piece is a beautiful tribute to the late Henry Mancini, who composed the original song.
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| «Fats» Waller: When You And I Were Young Maggie | ||
| Art Maiste: Bluedecaphonique | ||
| Things Ain't What They Used to Be | ||
| Scott Joplin: Maple Leaf Rag | ||
| Play, Piano, Play | ||
| Bud Powell: Un Poco Loco | ||
| George Shearing: I'll Remember April | ||
| Warmin' Up | ||
| The Eye of the Hurricane | ||
| Oscar Peterson: Things Ain't What They Used To Be | ||
| Maple Leaf | ||
| Pete Johnson: Roll'Em Pete, Holler Stomp | ||
| Art Tatum: Blues In B Flat | ||
| Bluedecaphonique | ||
| I'll Remember April | ||
| Teddy Wilson: Warmin'Up | ||
| Blues in B Flat | ||
| When You and I Were Young, Maggie | ||
| Opus de Funk | ||
| Erroll Garner: Play Piano Play | ||
| Herbie Hancock: The Eye Of The Hurricane | ||
| Un Poco Loco | ||
| Roll' Em Pete/Holler Stomp | ||
| Bill Evans: Five | ||
| Five | ||
| Horace Silver: Opus De Funk |
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Catalog Numbers
RCI 398Labels
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Album
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Michel Donato |
| Drums | Roger Simard |
| Piano | Art Maiste |
Notes
- From back cover:
- Armas (Art) Maiste was born in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, where he studied at the State Academy of Music. He later spent six years in Swededn at the State Academy in Stockholm, where he discovered jazz and became an enthusiastic exponent of the boogie-woogie piano style. In 1950 Art came to Canada and began a career which has covered club work, radio and TV performances, classical and variety programs. He has played with several top jazz musicians and arranges including Maynard Ferguson and Michel Legrand (see RCI 264 and 265 for his work with Ferguson). In addition, he has represented Canada at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. A versatile performer, Art is presently resident pianist with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, a post he has occupied for several years. He frequently performs contemporary works and gives recitals of repertoire material.
- However, jazz remains his first love. He admires most of the great piano stylists, but expresses a particular liking (after boogie players) for George Shearing, Bud Powell, Bill Evans and Herby Hancock. Like them, he combines imaginative musical thinking with a solid technique. His interest in atonal music has led him to some interesting experiments in atonal jazz.
- On this recording, Art gives a bird's eye view of the history of jazz piano. Ragtime, boogie, stride piano, swing, bebop and beyond are all featured in faithful interpretations of the styles of some of the great piano players through the years.
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