Vinyl MOUNTAINS

Description

'Mountains' is an ambitious project from celebrated jazz pianist and composer Micah Thomas, released on September 13, 2024. This album marks his first large ensemble work, offering an expansive and emotionally rich listening experience that explores the depths of musical storytelling. Thomas drew inspiration from his lifelong love of acoustic large ensemble music, reflecting the impact of various musical experiences on his artistic development. 'Mountains' is a testament to his journey through diverse musical influences, from Itzhak Perlman's orchestral performances to the emotive power of Charles Mingus' 'The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady,' and the bold narratives of Mahler, Stravinsky, and Prokofiev. The album was recorded live during four performances at The Jazz Gallery in New York on June 16 and 17, 2023. The project features some of the most innovative musicians in contemporary jazz, including trumpeter Adam O'Farrill, alto saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins, tenor saxophonist Nicole Glover, trombonist Caleb Smith, bassist Kanoa Mendenhall, and drummer Kweku Sumbry.