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Chamber Music Society

Esperanza SpaldingAudio CD
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (59 customer reviews)

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From the beginning of her life to her current success as a creative musician, Esperanza Spalding has charted her own course. The young bassist/vocalist/composer was one of the biggest breakout stars of 2011—not just in jazz, but in all genres of music. Her receipt of the 2011 GRAMMY® for Best New Artist was unprecedented—the first time a jazz musician had won the award— ... Read more in Amazon's Esperanza Spalding Store

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  • Audio CD (August 17, 2010)
  • Original Release Date: 2010
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Heads Up
  • ASIN: B003OFHMKO
  • In-Print Editions: Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (59 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,906 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Highly anticipated 2010 album from charismatic bassist, vocalist and composer Esperanza Spalding. The gifted 25-year-old's second recording for Heads Up International features pianist Leo Genovese and drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, with a multitude of string arrangements by Gil Goldstein and Spalding. Special guests include singer Gretchen Parlato and Brazilian legend Milton Nascimento.

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She has style and beauty and her singing and playing are simply lovely. Helen Scott  |  12 reviewers made a similar statement
It has numerous cultural references over the heads of most detractors. J. A. Schwager  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
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76 of 81 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Music for the Intellect September 25, 2010
Format:Audio CD
Esperanza Spaulding shot off like a rocket with her eponymous debut album in 2008. Yet, for as impressive a young jazz artist as she is, the program there seemed a bit unfocussed. Where was she going to take her unique and most promising talent?

I surmised from the first album that she would probably end up in a "post bop-fusion" mode, exploring and taking off from the early '70's works of such artists as Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Joe Zawinul and Miles Davis. The live concert of Ms. Spaulding on PBS' "Austin City Limits" seemed to confirm this direction.

But like Miles Davis, Esperanza Spaulding is much too creative and headstrong a musician ever to be pigeonholed; rather, she appears to be one to lead rather than to follow. And this perception is confirmed by this stunning second c.d.

I have listened to it over and over, and not only am I not tired of it, I find myself picking up something new with each listen. Immediately, I'm captivated by the charming duet with another young vocal lioness, Gretchen Parlato, on track 10, Jobim's "Intuil Paisagem." (Incidentally, one of the few non-originals. Really, the only standard is "Wild Is the Wind," track 5, but even it doesn't sound like what you may be used to at all). Likewise, the duet with the immortal Milton Nasciemento, "Apple Blossom," track 6, is captivating.

But the ouerve of this disc is chamber music, really, and the recording belongs more than anything to the combo of Ms. Spaulding's bass, David Eggar's cello, Entho Todorov's violin and Lois Martin's viola. Jazz and string quartets? It absolutely works here. Kudos to executive producer, Gil Goldstein, one of the best in the business, as well of course to co-producer Esperanza.
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36 of 42 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars FANTASTICALLY BEAUTIFUL!!!! September 8, 2010
By Divine
Format:Audio CD
I love all of Esperanza's CDs and what I loved about some of the songs on the previous works were some were so simple and whisical and just wonderful.
What I love about Chamber Music Society is that is anything but simple. Every airspace has music and sound (if that makes sense). Its beautiful and rich and interesting and it envelopes you. The Chamber Music idea was so original! HOW do you add jazz elements to something as boring as chamber music and make it something I cant stop listening to!?!?
Its soooo UNIQUE and INNOVATIVE! And I see her growth in this CD. Its amazing to me.
Because I was introduced to her 3 years ago, I now listen to Jazz music new and old. And work like this is what makes Jazz the best music genre to me. I hope the world takes notice! BRAVO!
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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fantastic Album September 1, 2010
Format:Audio CD
This is a great album.
As much as I enjoyed "Esperanza"--her second album--I must say that "Chamber Music Society" is a definitive leap forward. Her voice texture is richer, her compositions/arrangements are beyond impressive, and her musicianship is inspiring. Two thumbs up!
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Album! September 26, 2010
Format:Audio CD
Definitely one that I enjoyed listening to. Has a new sense of cross genre implementation. She uses a canvas that is somewhat foreign to the jazz scene today. Very much in the likes of Billy Childs, I see her having a promising future. Could you imagine the music she and Billy Childs could make? I'm waiting for that album : )
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8 of 11 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed May 28, 2011
By Ex Lib
Format:Audio CD
If you like Esperanza Spalding, you'll probably like her latest effort, "Chamber Music Society." In many ways, it builds on the style she's cultivated since her release of "Junjo." While Ms. Spalding is certainly an accomplished musician and excellent singer, I'm not sure she's established a firm sense of who she is as a musician yet. Since "Junjo," and now with "Chamber Music Society," her approach seems to be modal but not quite in the traditional hard bop sense of say a Wayne Shorter or Andrew Hill. I may be missing something but most of the songs here aren't what one could call "blues based" but seem an exercise in chromatic modulation up and down the fingerboard. As a result, there's plenty of "esoteric" harmonies but there's an absence of soul that's present in Shorter, Hill, or Hutcherson. At times, she reminds me of Flora Purim, only without Corea's Fender Rhodes. And that's okay -- she doesn't have to sound like anyone else but herself; I just wonder if the reason why the songs on her albums seem interchangeable is because she hasn't figured out how to break out of the approach to writing and playing that has defined her so far. While I liked "Junjo," "Chamber Music Society" left me a bit disappointed. In fact, insofar as the Grammys are ever "fair," Wynton Marsalis should have taken the award for "Vitoria Suite" before this album. But, perhaps a renewed interest and larger audience for jazz can be affected by Ms. Spalding's popularity.
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26 of 38 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Dissent February 2, 2011
Format:Audio CD
I have Esperanza Spalding's debut album and it is wonderful. She's a VERY talented musician, bass player, and singer. I was really looking forward to Spalding developing modern jazz for years to come and I still have hope. However, while there is a lot of interesting and complex composition and playing on Chamber Music, this particular CD struck me as that "experimental" album that many newly-minted, successful musicians feel compelled to record. It struck me as a forced attempt to blend elements of Classical discord with elements of Jazz improvisation. Like Miles Davis said regarding Ornette Coleman - "you've got to have some melody."

There's very little here, musically, other than escoteric, intelletual experimentation and musically, she is brilliant. Such experimentation is vital to creating compelling beautiful music. However, as with any finished product, the mark of a great artist is the judgment to know what should be left on the floor. Much of what should have been left on the floor was recorded. I wish her well and hope she's gotten the experimental itch out of her system. Regarding her Grammy Nominee, yes, I hope she beats Justin Beiber - this CD is far superior to anything Justin Beiber's hair and mixers can put out, but that ain't sayin' much. On this CD, the emporer has no clothes.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love the music
I am a huge classical music fan so when it comes to artists outside that genre, I am a bit picky. I love how she mixes her music to create something so soothing and lovely. Read more
Published 19 hours ago by J. Moseley
5.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoy Esperanza's music.
I love her style and approach that lets the listener hear her enthusiasm. Spalding takes listeners on a audio enjoyment ride.
Published 2 days ago by A T
4.0 out of 5 stars Modern dance anyone?
An interesting, eclectic album. I use it to work out with sometimes, incorporating modern dance. It is not a background music piece, it needs a person's attention.
Published 1 month ago by cinanim
5.0 out of 5 stars Great listen
Wonderful. A treat for the soul. It a clear extension of Esparanza as a person. Would highly recommend to all.
Published 1 month ago by Mama2all
5.0 out of 5 stars I'M LOVING IT
Ms. Spalding continues to impress. She has style and beauty and her singing and playing are simply lovely. I can't get enough of her music
Published 1 month ago by Helen Scott
3.0 out of 5 stars Bought on sale
My first experience with Esperanza was on the Grammy's. This is a good album. I purchased it because of the reduced price. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Anthony DiPlacito
5.0 out of 5 stars Portland's Sweetheart
With Excellent jazz and voice, Esperanza dazzles with crisp bass notes that will absolutely brighten your day, one of the best CDs in this market.
Published 3 months ago by R. Garland
3.0 out of 5 stars I'm Mixed about Esperanza Spalding's Music
Maybe I'm not the best one to interpret this type of music. If you like a lot of dissonance in your music you'll probably like this album.
Published 3 months ago by Sidney L. Vaught
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating!
This is a magical CD! Ms Spalding is like no other! I love her work and look forward to hearing other CDs!
Published 4 months ago by LSM
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice!
This album is very nice! Beautiful music. Knowledge of good and evil my favorite cut in this record. Sounds great on vinyl.
Published 4 months ago by M. Kirkwood
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