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CONCERT REVIEW
The Dollar Declines Overseas . . .And U.S. Jazz Does the Same
JazzNorway in a Nutshell 2008, Maijazz, Utstein Kloster
May 11, 2008

By THIERRY QUÉNUM

“In the Country” is the name of a ensemble comprised of pianist Morten Qvenild, bassist Roger Arntzen and drummer Pål Hausken. But this band is not just one more piano trio, since its members sometimes sing or use electronic devices and miscellaneous instruments to broaden their range. Still their approach is typically Nordic in its use of song formats as well as baroque or classical cadenzas, and in its concern for sound textures and space. Having them play in an ancient cloister about half an hour’s drive from the city was a good way to immerse the audience in the half conceptual, half organic atmosphere that this trio builds.
 

Published : 15.05.2008