Otis Murphy, Masaki Tadenuma, Haruko Murphy, Renée Murphy, Ethan Murphy - Simple Gifts (2026) [Hi-Res]

Tracklist

01. The Dance of Joy
02. Simple Gifts (Arr. for Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone & Piano by Yusuke Shinotsuka)
03. The Goddess and Hourglass
04. Songs Across the Sea: No. 1, Autumn Colored Leaves
05. Songs Across the Sea: No. 2, When Johnny Comes Marching Home
06. Songs Across the Sea: No. 3, A Rabbit - The Moon Above Rain Clouds
07. Songs Across the Sea: No. 4, Back Home Again in Indiana
08. Somewhere Out There (Arr. for Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Cello, Harp & Piano by Yusuke Shinotsuka)
09. Sonata in C Major for 2 Violins (Arr. for 2 Alto Saxophones by Jean-Marie Londeix): I. Allegro
10. Sonata in C Major for 2 Violins (Arr. for 2 Alto Saxophones by Jean-Marie Londeix): II. Sarabanda - Largo
11. Sonata in C Major for 2 Violins (Arr. for 2 Alto Saxophones by Jean-Marie Londeix): III. Allegro
12. The Pawn
13. Ashokan Farewell (Arr. for 2 Alto Saxophones, Cello, Harp & Piano by Haruko Murphy)

The bonds between family, friendship, and artistic collaboration take center stage on Otis Murphy, Haruko Murphy, and Masaki Tadenuma’s SIMPLE GIFTS. Bringing together musicians from the United States and Japan, this collection reflects a shared commitment to connection through music. Personal histories, cherished melodies, and new creative voices intertwine in performances that are at once intimate and far-reaching. Guided by a spirit of generosity and mutual respect, the album explores how music can transcend distance, illuminate common ground, and transform simple gestures into enduring relationships.

Otis Murphy saxophone
Haruko Murphy piano
Masaki Tadenuma saxophone
Renée Murphy harp
Ethan Murphy cello