Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Bittersweet Times (2021)

On his third album as a leader, Belgian pianist Joachim Caffonnette deepens and refines his textural approach, carefully balancing between the impressionist influences and the bebop legacy that are distinctive of his very personal signature. « Extended » is meant as a projection of his writing and his ideals through various instrumental ensembles that stimulate meetings and spontaneity between the musicians. On this opus, Caffonnette gathers some of the most promising cats of their generation: double bass player from New Orleans Jasen Weaver, New York-based Israeli drummer Noam Israeli and, as a special guest, Kansas City’s virtuous trumpet player Hermon Mehari. On three tracks, the band is joined by Édouard Wallyn on trombone and Quentin Manfroy on alto and bass flutes, unveiling an almost orchestral sound. This album expresses itself through its intensity, constant interplay and shared joy. Caffonnette’s writing is as melodic as it is contrasted, oscillating between burning swing and aerial harmonies.

Tracklist:
1.01 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Bittersweet Times (7:24)
1.02 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Nostalgie Du Futur (7:21)
1.03 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Presidential Blues (6:08)
1.04 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Any Where Out Of The World (6:27)
1.05 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Endless Dreams (Intro) (2:46)
1.06 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Endled Dreams (5:07)
1.07 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - Big Questions Brief Answers (5:39)
1.08 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - The 6 A.M Crosspath (4:13)
1.09 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - On Green Doplphin Street (4:02)
1.10 - Joachim Caffonnette Extended - A Savvy Child (6:30)