Radical Jewish Culture
Erik Friedlander :  The Watchman
Cat. # 7107
Released 1996
cd time - 45:54
US Price $16.00
 
Active for over a decade, New York cellist Erik Friedlander is finally receiving due recognition, not just as a musician, but as a composer of note. These works display his unique take on Radical Jewish Culture - sweeping melodic lines (reminiscent of cantorial singing) in instrumental arrangements that are both adventurous and traditional.

Friedlander's first album, Chimera, was released on Avant in 1995. He has performed and recorded with Framework, Joe Lovano, Myra Melford, Dave Douglas, Fred Hersch, Guy Klucevsek, Scott Johnson and Marty Ehrlich, among many others.
 
 
Personnel:
Andrew D'Angelo: Bass Clarinet
Erik Friedlander: Cello
Drew Gress: Bass
Chris Speed: Clarinet