About this performance:
Charnett Moffett performs his version of the Star Spangled Banner, taken from his recent release on Motema Music “The Art of Improvisation.”
Details magazine gave the album 4 out of 5 stars:
“One of jazzs top instrumentalists, Moffett is a hypnotic performer. Playing the upright and the electric bass and accompanied only by piano and drums, he mesmerizes with a series of propulsive minimalist grooves (like Moses and the Story) before firing up an acidy version of “The Star Spangled Banner that would have made Jimi Hendrix weep.”
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About Charnett Moffett:
One of the most virtuosic bassists of the 21st century, Charnett Moffett (known for his work with Wynton Marsalis, Ornette Coleman, McCoy Tyner and Stanley Jordan) stands strong as a composer, master technician and relentless innovator on upright, fretless and piccolo basses. On ‘The Art of Improvisation’ Moffett leads a stellar band on a spirited journey through Indian, Tibetan, free jazz and jazz fusion territories. Special guests: Will Calhoun & RealWorld recording artist Yungchen Lhamo (dubbed ‘ The Voice of Tibet’ by the Dalai Lama) will attract World and Rock enthusiasts.
More info: www.motema.com
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