Omar Sosa and Mark Weinstein's collaborative masterpiece, 'Tales From The Earth', is a sonic odyssey that embodies the spirit of freedom and improvisation. Released on 1 February 2010 via Otá Records, this captivating album is a testament to the duo's innovative approach to Latin jazz. With a runtime of 1 hour and 2 minutes, 'Tales From The Earth' takes listeners on a journey through 14 meticulously crafted tracks, including 'Sunrise', 'Invocation', 'Walking Song', and 'Forest Journey'.
Co-produced by Omar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, and Jean Paul Bourelly, this album is a culmination of their collective vision and creative genius. The music is rooted in the rhythmic intensity and call-and-response spirit of Africa, yet it exudes a thoroughly cosmopolitan outlook. As the album unfolds, the extraordinary depth and ethereal beauty of the music become apparent, touching the very essence of the human experience.
With Omar Sosa's virtuosic piano and vibraphone playing, and Mark Weinstein's enchanting flute work, 'Tales From The Earth' is an aural tapestry that weaves together diverse influences and textures. The result is a work of profound beauty, one that embodies the radical challenge laid down by the legendary Thelonious Monk: "Jazz is freedom, so I play music." Through their music, Omar Sosa and Mark Weinstein invite listeners to experience the unbridled joy and creative expression that defines 'Tales From The Earth'.
Tracks
SunriseOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
InvocationOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
Walking SongOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
Tea BreakOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
Forest JourneyOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
River CrossingOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
Children At PlayOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
Men's TalkOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
FlirtationOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
PraiseOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
Spirit MessengerOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
CelebrationOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
Elders SpeakOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
GratitudeOmar Sosa, Mark Weinstein, Aly Keita, Marque Gilmore, Jean-Paul Bourelly, Aho Luc Nicaise
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