In the same vein, a cover of “ God Bless The Child,” co-written by Billie Holiday and Arthur Herzog Jr, is a charmer, and like all the tracks here, is skillfully and originally presented without being forced. With its slight nod to Bill Evans in the sixties, this has the making of a jazz classic for a twenty - first century audience.
Hilton has a way with ballads, and “ Nightingales & Fairy Tales” is no exception. “ Living In Limbo,” “ Chromatic Chronicles,” “ Fall Upon a Miracle” and “ Infinite Tango,” highlight the multiple creative rhythms of Hilton’s compositions and showcase ample opportunities for Curtis’s agile bass, and the delightful details of Royston’s drums. As musicians we need to challenge and also entertain ourselves, so I think that’s why I subconsciously wrote in so many rhythm changes and multiple harmonic directions,” says Hilton. “What developed this year was a LOT of movement and richer chords and harmonies – which makes sense when you consider how static last year was.
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The recording jumps in with the Latin tinged “ Santa Monica Samba,” quickly following with the equally energetic “ Random Journey” on this collection of nine originals, plus one cover. Throughout the album Hilton, Royston and Curtis develop a surprisingly wide range of rhythmic ideas from a variety of genres, masterfully blending classic traditions with new approaches and upbeat style. Rich with glorious harmonies and unique compositions, Hilton’s swinging band radiates a sun bleached aura to listeners.
Lisa Hilton and Her Trio with Luques Curtis and Rudy Royston Masterfully Blend Traditions in an Inspiring New Recording.Īs America and other countries re-emerge from the limitations of 2020, Lisa Hilton and her trio with Rudy Royston and Luques Curtis, enthusiastically embrace the moment with a vibrant new jazz offering titled Transparent Sky, that will inspire, uplift and motivate us all. Transparent Sky Lisa Hilton Ruby Slippers Productions 1026
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