Glimmer MRBLP240 electronics

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was released in late 1960 and was noted for its varied choice in music from jazz standards to blues numbers to doo-wop and rhythm & blues

player and bandleader with a uniquely inspiring vision

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This DIY approach as led to nine albums recorded both in the studio and live over three years built them a strong following as well as the respect and admiration of many of the leading lights in the UK jazz scene and beyond

Glimmer MRBLP240 electronicsViolinist Nils kland and keyboardist Sigbjrn Apeland, musical partners for thirty years, have long explored the interface of Norwegian traditional music and improvisation. Glimmer, an exceptionally beautiful and touching album, takes as its starting point folk music from the Haugalandet region of Western Norway. Apelands collection of pieces from local singers who have helped to keep the traditions alive forms the basis of the repertoire here, along