2017 release. Barber's work utilizes his dual affinities for classical music and jazz. Having come from a strict classical guitar background, Barber's jazz playing has really blossomed since moving to New York. His composing bears witness to passions, as he writes in a classical style with jazz elements, creating a poetic blend of highly composed lyrical pieces that open up for the expressionism of jazz improvisation. For One Minute Later, Barber recruited an incredible rhythm section in bassist Ben Williams and drummer Eric Harland. Both musicians are incredible technicians and fantastic accompanists. Harland has made a name for himself as one of the most exciting and expressive drummers in jazz, while Williams has become a force because of his ultra clean tone and incredible groove. It was Barber's discovery of wunderkind percussionist Alejandro Coello that drove Barber to make this recording. Barber was introduced to Coello by friend and virtuoso classical guitarist Ricardo GallÃ©n. Barber was astounded by the proficiency of the 25 year old from Salamanca, who had just begun to teach at Hochschule fÃ¼r Musik Franz Liszt in Weimar, Germany (the youngest person to have done so).

Tracklist:

Jacaranda
Atlas
Dilar River
Mulhacen
Trevenque
Big House
Veleta's Peak
Elvira Maria

UPC: 016728148122
Label: Sunnyside
Release Date: 5.19.17
Format: CD

Diego Barber - One Minute Later (CD)