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John Abercrombie Quartet

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This is the second quartet work in four years by guitarist John Abercrombie, who has been a leader at ECM since 1974. With Mark Copeland on piano, the rhythm section features longtime partners Drew Gress on bass and Joey Barron on drums, and the world of 2013's "39 Steps" remains intact with its lyrical exploration of melody and the warmth of the leader's guitar playing and The interplay of Copeland's piano is beautiful, but seems to have more universal value than the previous album. Abercrombie's fluid phrasing and sparkling tone have grown over the years, with five Abercrombie originals, two Copland compositions, and the Miles classic "Nardis" performed in the spirit of Bill Evans. The show is a must-see!