-Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the golden jubilee of a seminal creation, 'Claude Bolling Goes Latin: Suite for Flute & Latin Music Ensemble'
presents a vibrant homage and creative arrangements of ‘Claude Bolling's 'Suite for Flute and Jazz Trio.'
This album honors the enduring
legacy of Bolling’s fusion of classical music and jazz, ingeniously integrating Ibero-American folk rhythms from Central and South America, as
well as the Caribbean. This unique blend propels the original compositions into a rich, multicultural auditory journey.
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
Composed in its original version for the legendary flutist Jean-Pierre Rampal, 'Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano' not only showcased the brilliant
interplay between classical flute and jazz piano but also enjoyed an unprecedented tenure on the Billboard classical album charts, remaining
there for 530 consecutive weeks starting in 1975. It is a testament to its groundbreaking impact and widespread acclaim.
The original suite is also celebrated for being one 27th in the 100 top-selling classical records of all time under the CBS Columbia Masterworks
label, highlighting its broad appeal and significant cultural footprint. In addition, this work was recognized with three GRAMMY® nominations.
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-ARTISTIC REINTERPRETATION AND ARRAGEMENTS
The new arranging approach, while respecting the integrity of the original work, ventures further by incorporating elements from Latin American
musical traditions, thereby bridging the gap between classical European forms and Latin American folk music.
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