Northbound To Finch
Flat 6th, 2025
9/10
The inimitable pianist Maria Kaushancky is joined by Paul Gill and Anthony Pinciotti for these 15 playful songs that bridge jazz and pop ideas.
The title track leads with the fluid keys alongside Pinciotti’s frisky drumming that’s quite mesmerizing, and “Windchill -30” follows with Gill’s playful bass playing amid the intricate keys that carries a unique energy.
Further along, “Tangreen Court” comes with dreaminess via the lush landscape, while “Prelude” finds a lower register to reside in, where the radiating keys and strong attention to mood won’t go unnoticed.
The last track before several alternates takes is the upbeat and dance floor ready spirit of “Four One Six”, and of the 6 alternate takes, “Last Call At The Green Room” is exceptionally dynamic, as the trio’s diverse skills meet for an infectious and quick burst of creativity.
An excellent debut album, Kaushansky’s performance is unparalleled and this serves as a swansong for Pinciotti, who tragically passed away in December 2024.
Travels well with: Maria Kaushansky- Northbound To Finch (Music For Ballet Class); Milan Verbist Trio- Time Change