Eastern Influence is a suite in 4 parts composed by Rasmus Henriksen, and played by Polymetrum Ensemble. A jazz septet from Odense, Denmark featuring some of the best players from the area.
Composers note:
The inspiration for this album comes from the many great jazz recordings made behind the Iron Curtain in the 60s and 70s. A composers imaginary travel through time, picking up inspiration for his own music.
My intention has not been to imitate the music, but rather to use it as a starting point for my own compositions. The result is a suite in 4 parts that pays tribute to my favorite East European musicians and composers. Enjoy listening. Rasmus Henriksen
1. Metamorphosen 15:48
2. Radiant Sunset
3. Junctions for Restlessness
4. Bewegung
Kasper Wagner (alto & soprano saxes, flute)
Andreas Bøttiger (tenor & baritone saxes)
Mads la Cour (trumpet & flugelhorn)
Rasmus Henriksen (trombone)
Łukasz Borowicki (guitar)
Mariusz Praśniewski (double bass)
Anders Mogensen (drums)
Recorded at Peak Productions, Odense, on December 4th & 5th 2020 by Jesper Malling
Mixed and Mastered at Pelles Room, Copenhagen, by Pelle Fridell
