Jubilee Varia

by ICP Orchestra

Overview

Yes, there is a quality of mishmash to it all, but nonetheless, this long-awaited recording by the ICP Orchestra should satisfy those who enjoy the unique sounds that pianist Misha Mengelberg, drummer Han Bennink, and the other seven participants create. There are two suites, each divided into three distinct pieces, and not all feature the entire ensemble. For example, the opening section of "Jubilee Varia Suite" is a duo between Mengelberg and Bennink, which is followed by a trio of cellists Ernst Reijseger and Tristan Honsinger and bassist Ernst Glerum. Along the way, everyone glows, and there is choice sound from Wolter Wierbos (on trombone), Thomas Heberer (on trumpet), and Michael Moore and Ab Baars (on clarinet and saxophones). Ultimately, it is the originality, the humor, and the wackiness of it all combined with the consummate musicianship, that entertain and impress. The excellent liners by Kevin Whitehead are a plus. ~ Steve Loewy

Product Details

Release Date:	09/27/2010
Label:	Hatology
UPC:	0752156066729
Rank:	166381

Album Credits

Performance Credits

ICP Orchestra   Primary Artist
Misha Mengelberg   Piano,Soloist
Thomas Heberer   Soloist,Trumpet
Han Bennink   Drums,Soloist
Michael Moore   Soloist,Clarinet,Sax (Alto)
Wolter Wierbos   Soloist,Trombone
Tristan Honsinger   Cello,Soloist
Ernst Reijseger   Cello
Ernst Glerum   Soloist,Contrabass,Double Bass,Bass (Upright)
Ab Baars   Soloist,Clarinet,Sax (Tenor)

Technical Credits

Misha Mengelberg   Composer
ICP Orchestra   Composer
Peter Pfister   Mixing,Engineer,Mastering,Digital Mastering
Eulrich Kurth   Producer
Kevin Whitehead   Liner Notes
Fuhrer Vienna   Graphic Conception
Francesca Patella   Cover Photo
Werner X. Uehlinger   Producer
Ansgar Ballhorn   Engineer