Wabi Sabi

Billy Tipton Memorial Saxophone Quartet

Wabi Sabi

RELEASED: January 01, 2021
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. December's Dance 4:28 2. El Gran Orinador 5:30 3. Wabi Sabi 4:14 4. A Sparkley Con 6:18 5. Root Dance 5:05 6. Torquing of the Spheres 6:39 7. Jouissance 5:58 8. Memory Bait 4:32 9. Moadl Joadl 3:44 10. 3 x Heather's 17 6:29 11. Working Song 5:22
Historical Archive
Wabi Sabi is an album that showcases the unique blend of jazz and avant-garde influences that the Billy Tipton Memorial Saxophone Quartet is known for. The group, formed in the late 1980s, brought a fresh sound to the saxophone ensemble format, utilizing intricate harmonies and rhythmic complexity. The title 'Wabi Sabi' reflects a Japanese aesthetic that embraces imperfection and transience, which is mirrored in the quartet's improvisational style and approach to composition. The album is celebrated for its innovative arrangements and the seamless interplay between the musicians, contributing to its lasting legacy in contemporary jazz.