Coming To Fruition
Self-Released, 2023
8/10
The Dallas drummer Bobby Falk brings along Aaron Irwinsky (saxophones), Chris Borin (trumpet/flugelhorn), Craig Wagner (guitar), Bobby Falk (drums), Jeff Furgo and Wade Honey (piano/keys) and Jeff Plant (electric bass), plus guests, for these 12 modern jazz tunes that comprise a very memorable 4th album.
The listen begins with the warm “Bump Bump”, where Furgo’s atmospheric keys allow Irwinsky’s to shine in the cozy climate, and “The Streets Of Santa Teresa” follows with Plant’s agile bass and Falk’s frisky drums making for a melodic landscape.
Further on, Derek Siebert’s animated tenor sax makes an appearance in the vibrant “Interstate 35”, while Wade Honey takes over on piano for the intimate and heartfelt “Going Home”, which is as rich as it is memorable.
“Without Words” and “Effortless Spree” exit the listen, where the former uses Wagner’s cozy guitar amid the animated sax and gentle keys, and the latter spotlights Borin’s skilled flugelhorn for a dynamic and fluid finish.
Recorded in his hometown of Louisville, Falk and company make great use of influences from Pat Metheny, Rick Margitza, Michael Brecker and Steps Ahead for this lively and exciting body of work.
Travels well with: George Coleman Jr.- Resurgence!; Trio Profondo- Mosaic