Best of 2015
Jez Nelson surveys the year in jazz with a review of some of the best new recordings of 2015. He is joined by guest critics, who share their own highlights and new discoveries.
Jez Nelson surveys the year in jazz with a look back at some of the best new recordings of the past twelve months. Joining him in the studio are guest critics John Fordham and Helen Mayhew who share their own highlights and discoveries from 2015, including RnB-infused beats from pianist Robert Glasper; a blustery, richly-orchestrated track from the latest album by composer, bandleader and former Gil Evans protégée Maria Schneider; and an inventive take on the music of Earth, Wind & Fire by young British bassist Misha Mullov-Abbado.
Presenter: Jez Nelson
Producer: Chris Elcombe.
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Misha Mullov-Abbado Quintet
September
- New Ansonia.
- Edition.
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The Robert Glasper Trio
Stella By Starlight
- Covered.
- Blue Note.
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Liberty Ellman
Supercell
Composer: Liberty Ellman
- Radiate.
- Pi Recordings.
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Colin Towns Mask Orchestra
Copenhagen
- Drama.
- Provocateur Records.
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Thomas Strønen's Time Is A Blind Guide
Lost Souls
- Time Is A Blind Guide.
- ECM.
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Tipping Point
The Earthworm’s Eye View
- The Earthworm’s Eye View.
- Lamplight Social.
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Maria Schneider Orchestra
Nimbus
- The Thompson Fields.
- ArtistShare.
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Ornette Coleman
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- Change Of The Century.
- Atlantic.
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Kris Davis
Always Leave Them (Wanting More)
- Save Your Breath.
- Clean Feed.
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Liam Noble
Wouldn’t It Be Loverly
- A Room Somewhere.
- Whirlwind Recordings.
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- Mon 28 Dec 2015 23:00Â鶹Éç Radio 3
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