Beneath is an exciting new release from Hannah Barstow, a Toronto-based pianist and vocalist with a distinct artistic voice, both as a composer and a performer. Featuring saxophonist Mike Murley, bassist Reknee Irene Harrett and drummer Keith Barstow, the album contains haunting performances of Hannah’s original songs and arrangements. The motivic melodies, intricate harmonies and intimate lyrics are reminiscent of Jobim compositions, among other jazz standards, but with a modern perspective. Hannah’s unique technique of intertwining the piano and her voice, both in the performance of melodies and in improvisation, is a fresh sound that adds depth to the performances.
1. Beneath
2. When You Are Here
3. It Isn't There
4. September Song
5. Tell Me What You Feel
6. I Was You
7. Love Never Can Lose
8. In the Moonlight
9. Foolish Things
10. You'll Know
11. Love to Have You Near Me
12. For Now (It Has to Be Enough)
Hannah Barstow - piano & voice
Mike Murley - saxophones
Reknee Irene Harrett - bass
Keith Barstow - drums
Robert Diack - producer
Darren McGill - engineer
Jon Bartel - mixing
Tom Upjohn - mastering
