{"id":42894,"date":"2024-07-05T16:34:32","date_gmt":"2024-07-05T20:34:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tedpublications.com\/fr\/?p=42894"},"modified":"2024-07-05T16:34:32","modified_gmt":"2024-07-05T20:34:32","slug":"mcintosh-releases-an-album-featuring-the-peter-erskine-quartet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tedpublications.com\/fr\/en\/mcintosh-releases-an-album-featuring-the-peter-erskine-quartet\/","title":{"rendered":"McIntosh releases an album featuring the Peter Erskine Quartet"},"content":{"rendered":"

Featuring Original Compositions Recorded Exclusively for McIntosh, <\/span><\/span>
\nthe New Jazz Album Marries the Power of McIntosh-Quality Audio <\/span><\/span>
\nwith the Authenticity of Recording Live to Tape<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.<\/strong>, the premier name in audio excellence, proudly announces the release of SESSIONS Volume\u00a01<\/em>, a jazz album featuring eight original compositions by The Peter Erskine Quartet<\/strong>. Produced with iconic mastering studio Sterling Sound<\/strong>, this unique collaboration results in an album worthy of the world\u2019s most discerning listeners\u00a0\u2013 McIntosh<\/strong> customers\u00a0\u2013 with the goal of creating the best sounding record possible, while retaining the artistry and passion from the studio session. At the heart of this captured performance is a vibrant intimacy that speaks volumes about the singular power of jazz and pure, reproduced sound.<\/p>\n

Recorded live at Studio\u00a0A<\/em> at the famous Henson Recording Studio<\/strong> in Los Angeles and mastered at Sterling Sound<\/strong> in Nashville, McIntosh<\/strong> SESSIONS Volume\u00a01<\/em> is an album crafted with attention to every detail in pursuit of sonic excellence. Recorded and mastered with utmost precision on analog tape, it promises a high-fidelity vinyl listening experience, transporting audiences into the studio to hear The Peter Erskine Quartet<\/strong>\u2019s captivating performance and original sound. Every aspect of making this album\u00a0\u2013 from recording and mixing in legendary studios, to mastering and cutting, to test playbacks on McIntosh<\/strong> systems\u00a0\u2013 was meticulously managed by an expert team of producers and engineers to recreate the richness of a live performance.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>This reference-level analog recording lets audiences discover the brilliance of vinyl, making it the perfect medium to coincide with McIntosh\u2019s 75th<\/sup> anniversary this year<\/em>, said McIntosh<\/strong> President Charlie Randall<\/strong>. Each <\/em>SESSIONS album will be produced and mixed to capture the essence of live music with the premium sound quality McIntosh<\/strong> is known for\u00a0\u2013 and <\/em>Volume\u00a01 with The Peter Erskine Quartet<\/strong> is no exception. We\u2019re delighted to have worked with such a well-respected and talented group, along with industry leader Sterling Sound<\/strong>, to introduce original compositions recorded exclusively for the album<\/em>.<\/p>\n

After playing together for decades, drummer Peter Erskine<\/strong>, pianist Alan Pasqua<\/strong> and bassist Darek Oles<\/strong> find themselves at the top of their game with a 2022 Grammy<\/em> nomination for their Live In Italy<\/em> recording. McIntosh<\/strong> SESSIONS Volume\u00a01<\/em> marks the addition of saxophonist Bob Mintzer<\/strong>, acclaimed composer, arranger, and founding member of the Yellowjackets<\/strong>, to transform the trio into a quartet.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>We\u2019re thrilled to partner with McIntosh<\/strong> on the release of <\/em>SESSIONS Volume\u00a01, said Murat Aktar<\/strong>, Sterling<\/strong> Sound<\/strong> President and McIntosh<\/strong> SESSIONS<\/em> Co-Producer. Bringing together two leaders in the audio category\u00a0\u2013 from equipment to mastering\u00a0\u2013 this album is the ultimate example of how live recordings can translate into authentic at-home listening experiences<\/em>.<\/p>\n

McIntosh<\/em><\/strong> SESSIONS Volume\u00a01 transports us to a time when artists recorded live in analog with the intention of releasing on the warm, rich sound of vinyl<\/em>, explained Scott Burnett<\/strong>, Co-Producer of McIntosh<\/em><\/strong> SESSIONS<\/em>. Together with two iconic engineering powerhouses of McIntosh<\/strong> and Sterling Sound<\/strong>, we’re pushing the boundaries of a AAA, high-fidelity recording, evoking deep emotions and fostering a genuine connection to the artists in studio<\/em>.<\/p>\n

ADDITIONAL ALBUM FEATURES:
\n<\/strong>–\u00a0AAA production
\n–\u00a0HQ-180 Gram Premium Vinyl Pressing by RTI<\/strong>
\n–\u00a0Includes 12″ 33-1\/3\u00a0RPM LP with all 8\u00a0songs plus 12″ 45\u00a0RPM EP with 4\u00a0of the 8\u00a0songs
\n–\u00a0Packaged in an Old Style\u00ae Tip-On Gatefold Jacket from Stoughton Printing<\/strong><\/p>\n

TRACK LIST:
\n33-1\/3 \u2013 Side A
\n\u2022\u00a0Leaving LA<\/strong> (<\/em>from the film Sacramento)<\/em> (Peter Erskine<\/strong>, Erko Music, BMI) 3:23
\n\u2022\u00a0Blues For Old Friends<\/strong> (Darek Oles<\/strong>, LA Jazz Quartet Music, BMI) 6:43
\n\u2022\u00a0Chilipso<\/strong> (Alan Pasqua<\/strong>, Itsall Music, BMI) 4:48
\n\u2022\u00a0Gumbo Time<\/strong> (Alan Pasqua<\/strong>, Itsall Music, BMI) 3:39<\/p>\n

33-1\/3 \u2013 Side B
\n\u2022\u00a0Into The Dark<\/strong> (Darek Oles<\/strong>, HNH and Buster Ann Music, ASCAP) 5:14
\n\u2022\u00a0<\/strong>A Few Good Notes <\/strong>(Bob Mintzer<\/strong>, Mintzer Music, ASCAP) 4:16
\n\u2022\u00a0David\u2019s Blues<\/strong> (Peter Erskine<\/strong>, Erko Music, BMI) 6:07
\n\u2022\u00a0The Folks<\/strong> (Alan Pasqua<\/strong>, Itsall Music, BMI) 4:22<\/p>\n

45 \u2013 Side A<\/strong>
\n\u2022\u00a0Leaving LA<\/strong> (from the film Sacramento)<\/em> (Peter Erskine<\/strong>, Erko Music, BMI) 3:23
\n\u2022\u00a0Blues For Old Friends<\/strong> (Darek Oles<\/strong>, LA Jazz Quartet Music, BMI) 6:43<\/p>\n

45 \u2013 Side B<\/strong>
\n\u2022\u00a0Into The Dark<\/strong> (Darek Oles<\/strong>, HNH and Buster Ann Music, ASCAP) 5:14
\n\u2022\u00a0A Few Good Notes<\/strong> (Bob Mintzer<\/strong>, Mintzer Music, ASCAP) 4:16AVAILABILITY, PRICING & ASSETS
\nMcIntosh<\/strong> SESSIONS Volume\u00a01<\/em> will be available worldwide starting July\u00a01st<\/sup>, 2024. In the U.S., it will be available on McIntoshLabs.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong>, as well as through authorized McIntosh<\/strong> dealers with an MSRP of $150. Outside the U.S., it will be available exclusively through authorized McIntosh<\/strong> dealers and distributors with an MSRP of $210\u00a0CAD\u00a0\/ \u00a3200 including VAT\u00a0\/ \u20ac225 including\u00a0VAT (other countries please check with your local distributor for price).<\/p>\n

About McIntosh:
\n<\/strong>McIntosh Laboratory<\/strong>, a McIntosh Group<\/strong> brand, is known for offering distinguished quality audio products, superior customer service and the ultimate experience in music and film. With its 75th<\/sup> anniversary this year, McIntosh<\/strong> continues to define the ultimate home entertainment experience for discerning consumers around the world, with the iconic McIntosh<\/em><\/strong> Blue<\/em> Watt Meters<\/em> globally recognized as a symbol of quality audio.\u00a0 Since its inception in\u00a01949, McIntosh<\/strong> has been powering some of the most important moments in music history and pop culture. From President Lyndon Johnson<\/strong>\u2019s inauguration speech, to Woodstock, to the infamous Grateful Dead<\/strong> Wall of Sound<\/em>, McIntosh<\/strong> has not only witnessed history, but has also shaped it. With McIntosh<\/strong>, customers have the ability to create their own premium audio experience\u00a0\u2013 and truly live their music. For more information please visit www.McIntoshLabs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n

About Peter Erskine Quartet:
\n<\/strong>Peter Erskine:<\/strong>\u00a0Peter Erskine<\/strong> has played the drums since the age of four and is known for his versatility and love of working in different musical contexts. He appears on 700\u00a0albums and film scores, and has won two Grammy Awards<\/em>, plus an Honorary Doctorate<\/em> from the Berklee School of Music<\/strong> (1992). Fifty albums have been released under his own name or as co-leader. He has played with the Stan Kenton<\/strong> and Maynard Ferguson<\/strong> Big Bands<\/strong>, Weather Report<\/strong>, Steps Ahead<\/strong>, Joni Mitchell<\/strong>, Steely Dan<\/strong>, Diana Krall<\/strong>, Kenny Wheeler<\/strong>, Mary Chapin Carpenter<\/strong>, The Brecker Brothers<\/strong>, The Yellowjackets<\/strong>, Pat Metheny<\/strong> and Gary Burton<\/strong>, John Scofield<\/strong>, et al, and has appeared as a soloist with the London<\/strong>, Los Angeles<\/strong>, Chicago<\/strong>, Frankfurt Radio<\/strong>, Scottish Chamber<\/strong>, Ensemble Intercontemporain<\/strong>, Royal Opera House<\/strong>, BBC<\/strong> Symphony<\/strong>, Oslo<\/strong> and Berlin Philharmonic Orchestras<\/strong>. Peter<\/strong> is Professor of Practice and Director of Drumset Studies<\/strong> at the Thornton School of Music, University of Southern California<\/strong>.\u00a0Learn more<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.
\n<\/strong>
\nBob Mintzer:<\/strong>\u00a0Bob Mintzer<\/strong> is a saxophonist\u00a0\/ arranger\u00a0\/ educator who resides in Los Angeles. He currently holds the Barbara and Buzz McCoy<\/strong> endowed chair at the USC Thornton School of Music<\/strong>. Bob<\/strong> is a 30-year member as saxophonist with the Yellowjackets<\/strong>. He is also the chief conductor of the WDR<\/strong> Big Band<\/strong> in Cologne Germany. Bob<\/strong> has written over 500\u00a0big band arrangements, several jazz study books, orchestral and chamber works. He has played on over 1000\u00a0recordings and has performed with Tito Puente<\/strong>, Buddy Rich<\/strong>, Thad Jones Mel Lewis Big Band<\/strong>, Eddie Palmieri<\/strong>, Jaco Pastorius<\/strong>, Mike Manieri<\/strong>, Randy Brecker<\/strong>, and the New York Philharmonic<\/strong>.\u00a0Learn more<\/span><\/strong><\/a>.
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\nAlan Pasqua:<\/strong>\u00a0Alan Pasqua<\/strong> is a Steinway Piano<\/strong> artist, Grammy\u00ae Nominee<\/em> and Professor of Jazz Studies at USC Thornton School of Music<\/strong>. He has played and recorded with Tony Williams<\/strong>, Jack DeJohnette<\/strong>, Paul<\/strong> Motian<\/strong>, Dave Holland<\/strong>, Michael Brecker<\/strong>, Randy Brecker<\/strong>, Joe Henderson<\/strong>, Stanley Clarke<\/strong>, Gary Burton<\/strong>, James Moody<\/strong>, Gary Peacock<\/strong>, Gary Bartz<\/strong>, Reggie Workman<\/strong>, The Thad Jones\/Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra<\/strong>, Sheila Jordan<\/strong> and Joe Williams<\/strong>.\u00a0Learn more<\/span><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Darek Oles:<\/strong>\u00a0Darek Oles<\/strong> (Oleszkiewicz<\/strong>) was born on February\u00a020, 1963 in Wroclaw, Poland. By the time he reached his early 20s, he had become an award-winning and highly coveted acoustic bass player. In 1988, he arrived in Los Angeles and received a full scholarship from California Institute of The Arts<\/strong> and began studies with the legendary bassist Charlie Haden<\/strong>. Since\u00a02002, Oles<\/strong> has been a jazz faculty member at the University of California<\/strong> in Irvine. Aside from his teaching duties, Darek Oles<\/strong> has been very active as a performer and became one of the most sought-after bass players on the West Coast, and has had the opportunity to perform and record with the greatest masters in jazz.\u00a0Learn more<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/p>\n

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