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Berne Concert

Irène Schweizer · 2009

60 min · 7 tracks · free jazz

An intricate tapestry of spontaneous melodies and rhythmic explorations woven through the lens of free jazz improvisation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Flow — Opening with an expansive duration, 'Flow' exemplifies Schweizer's ability to build atmospheric tension through nuanced dynamics and melodic exploration.
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    Aubade — 'Aubade' features intricate dialogues between instruments that highlight Schweizer's interactive playing style while maintaining a contemplative mood throughout its length.
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    WSLC — 'WSLC' closes the album with an ambitious structure, showcasing multiple themes and shifts that reflect the breadth of Schweizer's improvisational capabilities.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album showcases intricate improvisation and strong craftsmanship, making it a notable entry in free jazz.

What we noticed

  • The album features extended improvisational sections where the piano explores a wide range of dynamics and tonalities, often shifting abruptly between contrasting motifs.
  • Each track varies significantly in length, with some pieces stretching over ten minutes, allowing for deep exploration of themes and ideas.
  • The interplay between the piano and subtle percussive elements creates a dialogue that evolves organically throughout the performance.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Flow 8:53
  • 2 R. I. Exchange 1 4:54
  • 3 Aubade 12:04
  • 4 Phrases 5:36
  • 5 Ballad of the Silf 9:03
  • 6 Timbral Interplay 6:26
  • 7 WSLC 13:46

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