L. Subramaniam & Stephane Grappelli - Conversations (1984) CD-Rip

Although fellow violinist Stephane Grappelli is billed as co-leader, this is very much L. Subramaniam's date. All eight compositions (except for Grappelli's solo piano rendition of his "Tribute to Mani") are by Subramaniam, and the music (which utilizes electronics, modern rhythms, and the influence of Mani's Indian heritage) is quite unusual for a Grappelli session. Altoist Frank Morgan helps out on "Memories," and other sidemen include such notables as keyboardist Joe Sample and guitarist Jorge Strunz. The contrast between the two surprisingly complementary violinists is a strong reason to acquire this CD.

Tracks:

01. Don't Leave Me 6:42
02. Memories 5:30
03. Paganini Caprice 5 1:56
04. Conversation 5:10
05. Walking In A Dream 5:39
06. Illusion 7:34
07. Tribute To Mani 2:20
08. French Resolution 4:37

Personnel

L. Subramaniam (Violin, Viola, Violectra, Tambura, Surmanda and Percussion) - 1-6,8
Stephane Grappelli (Violin and Piano)
Joe Sample (Keyboards) - 1,5,8
Mark Massey (Synthesizer and Piano) - 1,2,4,6,8
Jorge Strunz (Guitar) - 1,3-6,8
Jerry Watts (Double Bass) - 1-6,8
Ron Wagner (Drums) - 1,3-6,8
Frank Morgan (Alto Saxophone) - 2
Handel Manuel (Piano) - 3
Niles Steiner (Steinerphone) - 5,8
Manoochehr Sadeghi (Santoor) - 6
Anthony Hindson (Electric Guitar) - 6
Frank Bennett (Percussion) - 6