Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - A Simple Fall (2025) [Hi-Res]

The album "A Simple Fall" is a meditative duet featuring cellist Courtois and pianist Colin Vallon. In this work, silence plays a role just as important as sound, creating a space for both lyricism and restraint. By combining compositions in the spirit of "Lieder without words" with boundless improvisations, the musicians build a bridge between classical, experimental music, and jazz. Through the use of extended techniques and prepared instruments, the duo achieves a unique orchestral sound where the cello and piano transform into a variety of different instruments. This album is a rare example of a cello and piano duet in jazz, continuing and reimagining the rich classical tradition of this lineup.

Tracklist:
1. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Descent
2. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - BMC
3. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - A Simple Fall
4. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Bariolages
5. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Virages
6. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Fade
7. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Sans retour
8. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Floricel
9. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Agitato
10. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Wait
11. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Done and Done
12. Vincent Courtois, Colin Vallon - Lament