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Prologue
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As a high school student, Michael was introduced to jazz by a CD of vibraphonist
Milt Jackson with the Modern Jazz Quartet. Michael immediately became
obsessed with the idea that such rich textures, energy, and adventures
could be generated by only four musicians, and so began his diligent
studies of jazz and the vibraphone. While at Berklee College of Music,
Pinto studied for four years under vibraphonist Dave Samuels while
continually traveling to New York City to study with Stefon Harris
and Jason Moran. Since coming to New
York, Michael has been performing as a leader and sideman in world
class jazz venues such as the Village Vanguard, Birdland, Jazz At
Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola, Smalls, Sweet
Rhythm, Fat Cat, Chris’ Jazz Café (Philadelphia), and
more.As a member of the Greg Osby 5 Michael has traveled from Perugia, Italy, to the Village Vanguard
in New York City. Pinto has also performed with such notable musicians
as Nasheet Waits, Logan Richardson, Billy Hart, Eric McPherson, Tommy
Crane, and Sara Serpa.
Prologue is Pinto’s initial foray into documenting his work
on Inner Circle Music. “My ultimate goal is to combine my love
of jazz, symphonic music, and science fiction stories into relatable
works of art that fans of any of said themes can enjoy. And Prologue
is but my first step,” says Pinto.
Prologue features six originals by Pinto, one original by Logan Richardson,
and two originals by Greg Osby. In Pinto’s own words, “Most
of the originals on the album come from a science fiction tone poem
(music that tells a story) I had written involving alternate dimensions,
alien beings, and their struggle to survive a coming catastrophe.”
In order to provide the compositions with the necessary atmosphere,
textures, and musicality, Michael turned to the I.E. Group. The I.E.
Group features four of New York City’s finest young jazz musicians:
Logan Richardson (alto sax), Tommy Crane (drums), Christopher Tordini
(bass), and Michael Pinto (vibes). With the I.E. Group providing the
energetic core, Sara Serpa’s vocals were added to provide an
ethereal cloud and complete the other worldly setting.
Combining a clear sense of atmosphere, a refreshing new story, and
exciting talent, Prologue is an impressive and reassuring view of
what is to come in the world of music.
“Look at the youth quotient and know we're in good hands.”
—All About Jazz
“Vibraphonist Mike Pinto is an aggressive performer who punches
his way through the music's odd metered, harmonic twists like a
prize fighter.”
—JazzReview.com
“A vital newcomer”
—All About Jazz
Press the play button to preview a track:
Enchantment
Vaal
Tranya
Trelane
Storms Coming
Season of Renewal
Deneva
Thin Line
Until Tomorrow
personnel: Michael Pinto, Vibraphone - Sara Serpa, Voice - Logan Richardson, alto saxaphone - Chris Tordini, bass - Tommy Crane, drums
INCM CD 002 - Released October 15, 2008
Produced by: Greg Osby for Oztone Productions
Price: $15.00(plus S/H)
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