Go Forth
Origin, 2024
9/10
The Austin resident and saxophonist Russell Haight is joined by Sean Giddings, Ryan Hagler and Daniel Dufour for 11 energetic and animated jazz tracks.
The lively and rhythmic title track opens the festivities with Haight’s bright sax amid Dufour’s flowing drums and Giddings’ well timed keys, and “Rich In Heart” follows with a calmer mood, as Hagler’s precise bass suits the rich and eloquent delivery.
Halfway through, “Mystic Bud” is a speedy and dynamic album highlight that also allows Haight’s skills to impress us, while “Night And Day” brings grooves and blues nods to the meticulous and textured climate.
Deeper still, “A Morning Walk” illustrates strong interaction between the quartet via gentle versus busy jazz, and “Scooch” exits with firm keys and southern funk fun for a finish you won’t soon forget.
The set includes 9 originals and interpretations of Cole Porter and Harold Arlen tunes, and each piece is carefully crafted and executed with tremendous detail and timelessness.
Travels well with: Piet Verbist- El Mar Empieza Aquí; Eric Jacobson- Heading Home