"Encontros" is a captivating album by the Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, released on October 1, 1996, under the D&K label. Spanning just 45 minutes, this collection of tracks offers a rich and diverse musical experience. The album opens with "Valse Vanité," setting the tone for a journey through various styles and influences. The quartet pays homage to Portuguese guitarist Carlos Paredes with the "Fado Suite," showcasing their versatility and skill in interpreting traditional Fado music. They also delve into the world of jazz with the "Duke Ellington Suite," featuring iconic tunes like "Mood Indigo" and "Satin Doll." The album concludes with a lively "Rock'n Roll Suite," demonstrating the quartet's ability to seamlessly blend different genres. "Encontros" is a testament to the Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet's musical prowess and their ability to create a cohesive and engaging listening experience.
Fado Suite: Homage to Carlos Paredes: Fantasia 2Carlos Paredes, Arr. Henk Huizinga, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Fado Suite: Homage to Carlos Paredes: CançãoCarlos Paredes, Arr. Henk Huizinga, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Fado Suite: Homage to Carlos Paredes: Nem as Paredes ConfessoArtur Ribeiro, Max, Ferrer Trindade, Arr. Henk Huizinga, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Pièce en forme de HabaneraMaurice Ravel, Arr. Arend Nijhuis), Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Duke Ellington Suite: Jubilee StoopDuke Ellington, Arr. Jan Wessels, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Duke Ellington Suite: Mood IndigoDuke Ellington, Arr. Jan Wessels, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Duke Ellington Suite: I’m Beginning to See The LightDuke Ellington, Arr. Jan Wessels, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Duke Ellington Suite: Satin DollDuke Ellington, Arr. Jan Wessels, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Duke Ellington Suite: It Don’t Mean a Thing ( If It Ain’t Got That Swing)Duke Ellington, Arr. Jan Wessels, Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
Rock’n Roll SuiteArr. Arend Nijhuis), Amsterdam Saxophone Quartet, Fernando Valente
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