Edgar Steinitz - Roots Unknown (2018)

Tracklist

01. To Life
02. Jewish Jazz Jam (Jjj) Suite
03. Liberation (Ma Lecha Hayam)
04. Segue 1
05. Yiddish Blues
06. Perseverance
07. Sephardic Blues & Into the Shadow of Lodz
08. Segue 2
09. Grant Peace (Sim Shalom)
10. May Love Find Its Way to You


With an artistic hand lent by legendary bassist David Friesen, clarinetist Edgar Steinitz presents a soulful debut recording. Honoring his heritage, Steinitz taps into a deep spirituality inspired by the joyous melodies of traditional Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jewish musics, offering originals and improvisations in their spirit. Besides Friesen on bass, Roots Unknown features an ensemble of accordian, violin, and percussion along with master improvisor, trumpeter and saxophonist Jay Thomas. Combining the refined musical tastes of the Northern European Ashkenazi, and the strong Afro-Latin influences from the Northern African and South American Sephardic communities, Steinitz discovers a rich and significant musical landscape to explore.

Edgar Steinitz - Clarinets & Soprano Sax
Bonnie Birch - Accordion
Jeff Busch - Percussion
Julian Smedley - Violin & Viola
Wayne Porter - Drums
Special Guest Artists -
David Friesen - Hemage Bass
Jay Thomas - Flugelhorn, Flute, Tenor Sax, Trumpet

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