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As the most recorded bassist in jazz history, Ron Carter’s resume speaks for itself. A crucial component of Miles Davis’s Second Great Quintet, Carter’s deep, resonant tone, flawless intonation, and impeccable timekeeping provide the literal and figurative heartbeat of this album. His presence ensures that even the most adventurous improvisations remain grounded in sophisticated harmonic logic. Kenny Barron: The Pianist's Pianist
The album strips away the synthesizer layers and multi-tracked percussion. What remains is the raw, dangerous chemistry of a power trio featuring:
The album frequently opens with this Thelonious Monk classic, setting a sophisticated tone.
copy of the original CD. The original recording was mixed and mastered by engineer Blaise Grandjean
"The Art of Three" is an album that deserves to be celebrated for its musical excellence, technical mastery, and sheer artistry. Billy Cobham, Larry Willis, and Anthony Cox have created a work that transcends genre boundaries, appealing to fans of jazz, rock, world music, and beyond.
The title "The Art of Three" refers to the trio format that Cobham adopted for this album, featuring himself on drums and percussion, Larry Willis on piano and keyboards, and Anthony Cox on bass. This configuration allows for an incredible degree of flexibility and spontaneity, as the three musicians engage in a series of intricately crafted and deeply improvisational performances.