Carsten Dahl, a highly accomplished musician, is releasing a new album titled The Solo Songs of Keith Jarrett on August 25, 2023, under Storyville Records. The album is an engaging tribute to the legendary Keith Jarrett, one of the most influential jazz instrumentalists of his generation. Dahl collaborates with renowned musicians, including Palle Mikkelborg, Fredrik Lundin, Nils Bo Davidsen, Stefan Pasborg, and others, to craft a unique and heartfelt homage to Jarrett’s legacy.
The album features recordings from the 2019 Copenhagen Jazz Festival and showcases the improvisational genius of Jarrett while allowing each artist to contribute their musical flair. The combination of piano, trumpet, saxophone, bass, and drums, along with strings in the background, creates a distinct classical feel that breathes new life into Jarrett’s compositions.
Dahl and his fellow musicians demonstrate a deep understanding of Jarrett’s musical language, infusing the tracks with their individual artistry and imaginative improvisations. The result is a transformative listening experience that pays homage to the past while embracing the present, promising to resonate with jazz enthusiasts worldwide.
Musicians: Carsten Dahl on piano; Palle Mikkelborg on trumpet; Fredrik Lundin on saxophone; Stefan Pasborg on drums; Nils Bo Davidsen on bass; Sanna Ripatti on viola; Jonathan Slaatto on cello; Ana Feitosa on violin; and Matthew Jones on violin.