Name: Le pas du chat noir - Anouar Brahem (LP)
Brand: Anouar Brahem
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Album Description

Anouar Brahem's eighth album, "Le Pas du Chat Noir", is a masterful blend of jazz and oriental music, released in 2002 on the esteemed ECM Records label. This captivating record showcases Brahem's exceptional skill as a composer, featuring a unique instrumentation of oud, piano, and accordion. The result is a spacious, chamber music-like sound that resonates with the freshness of improvisation.

Brahem's writing for this distinctive combination is highly evocative, meticulously controlled, and sparse, creating a sense of elegance and refinement. The album's 12 tracks, including "Leila au pays du carrousel" and "De tout ton coeur", demonstrate Brahem's ability to craft music that is both apaisée and filled with poetic nuance.

With the accompaniment of pianist François Couturier and accordionist Jean-Louis Matinier, Brahem delivers a deeply personal and surprising album that is perhaps his most beautiful work to date. The music is characterised by an extreme refinement of timbre and a perfect balance of sounds, making "Le Pas du Chat Noir" a truly exceptional listening experience. Released on 9 September 2002, this album is a testament to Brahem's innovative approach to contemporary jazz and his role as a pioneer in blending jazz with oriental music traditions.

9 sep 2002

℗ 2002 ECM Records GmbH, under exclusive license to Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin

About Anouar Brahem

Anouar Brahem is a renowned composer and virtuoso of the Arabic short-necked lute, the oud, whose music transcends cultural boundaries. Born in Tunis in 1957, Brahem began his musical journey at the age of ten, studying at the local conservatory and later under a master of the oud. His unique sound blends Mediterranean and oriental influences with elements of jazz, creating a rich tapestry of sounds that resonate with audiences worldwide. With a discography spanning over three decades, including eleven solo albums released on ECM Records, Brahem's work is a testament to his artistic evolution and deep musical roots. His latest project, "After The Last Sky," named after a verse by the poet Mahmoud Darwish, features a powerful ensemble with cello, piano, and bass, offering a profound and moving musical experience. Brahem's music is a journey through time and space, inviting listeners to explore the depths of his artistic vision.