Herbert Joos Quartet
Ballad 1
Pläne (Germany) 1979
Jazz G 88140 (LP)
sleeve : EX-(some wear on side and corner)
media : EX/EX(some slightly noise)
A 1979 album by the Herbert Joos Quartet, led by Karlsruhe-born German jazz trumpeter Herbert Joos, who also left behind a number of outstanding works under his own name. The quartet features Jürgen Wuchner (b), Thomas Cremer (dr), and Paul Schwarz (p). A1 moves from a mystic, atmospheric theme into freely unfolding solos before returning to the opening motif, while A3 begins with scattered metallic percussion and gradually builds into a dramatic climax. B1 is another highlight, distinguished by its beautifully lyrical sense of scene and atmosphere. Throughout the album, the quartet presents contemporary jazz with a distinctly avant-garde edge, yet always guided by a consistent and refined aesthetic sensibility. Highly recommended for listeners drawn to the atmospheric world of ECM.
A1: Heavy Chicken
A3: Symphony in “b”
B1: Ballad