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III 12:01
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IV 11:39
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VI 06:44

about

Metcalfe turns in a performance that's as technically outstanding as it is musically rich and creative…... Tight little melodic cells developed and exchanged with agility and virtuosity – Stephens is as good at doing it as Metcalfe – and counterpointed by skilful, sharp but discreet percussion from Marsh. It's a real treat and another fine addition to the Loose Torque catalogue." Dan Warburton, Paris Transatlantic

It’s the orthodoxy of technique as against the freedom of performance that gives Breaking Silence it’s power and authority" Brian Morton - The Wire. May 2006

Metcalf incorporates a modest number of extended techniques into a very lyrical approach to free improvisation. This sits well with Stephens, who is wont to construct very complicated lines just as often as he is likely to clatter or saw away. And Marsh more than matches his mates’ versatility. Throughout the different segments of this long improvisation, the trio move through lightly dancing pointillism, somber Bartokian complexity and lush
long tones set adrift in vast open air. But, the penultimate section is simply a bravura performance."
Jason Bivins Bagatellen

credits

released January 1, 2006

Neil Metcalfe - flute
Nick Stephens - double bass
Tony Marsh - drums

Recorded in Northwood 11th October 2005
Recorded and produced by Nick Stephens
Artwork and photography Fay Stephens

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British Bassist Nick Stephens created Loose Torque Records in 2005 to make available undocumented live recordings of improvised music and free jazz. The current catalogue of 30 CDs also features contemporary live and studio recordings.
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