Joe Lovano
Joe Lovano is a saxophonist. He plays both tenor saxophone and soprano saxophone. Lovano (Joseph S. Lovano) was born in Cleveland on December 29, 1952. He learned to play the saxophone from his father. Up to 1992 six albums were released with the Mel Lewis Orchestra. He has collaborated with Carla Bley, Lee Konitz, Charlie Haden and has performed with Herbie Hancock, Bobby Hutcherson, Dave Brubeck, McCoy Tyner and Jim Hall among others.

Garden of expression
With Marylin Crispell and Carmen Castaldi, Joe Lovano forms the Trio Tapestry with which he has recorded 8 wonderful jazz titles. the opening track Chapel Song immediately sets the tone. Subtle use of Joe Lovano's cymbals, drums and saxophone.

Rating
We are quite used to ECM. This shot is at the top. Very spacious and all the details of the blowing of the sax and tarogato are clearly audible. A tarogato is a woodwind instrument that resembles a clarinet but sounds like a saxophone. This record is a pleasure to listen to.

Audiophile LP: Rating

Tracklist

Side 1
1. Chapel song
2. Night creatures
3. West of the moon
4. Garden of expression

Side 2
1. Treasured moments
2. Sacred chant
3. Dream on That
4. Zen like