Stereotaxi
Panoramic, 2025
9/10
The pianist and composer Zack Clarke and cellist Chris Irvine come together for these 14 spontaneous pieces that illuminate their inimitable chamber jazz vision.
The quivering strings and dancing keys of “Gliding Through” leads with much creativity via the skilled interaction between the pair, and “Fragments Of Sunrise” follows with a softer presence, where the stirring strings are met with emotive piano.
Closer to the middle, the firm keys of “Dancing On Fumes” suit the unpredictable cello that unfolds with a cinematic quality, while “Waking In Water” radiates tremendous warmth and mystery surrounding the swirling keys and heartfelt strings.
Further yet, “Rise To The Highest” emits much grace amid the sophisticated gestures and strong attention to atmosphere, and “Dreams Of Weight” exits with a trace of darkness embedded in the hint of the blues and a distinct intensity.
An album of unexpected shifts, microtonal harmonies and avant-garde ideas alongside the atypical artistry, Clarke and Irvine collaborate with plenty of intrigue and awe.
Travels well with: Pulse- Pulse; Travis LaPlante- The Golden Lock