"Mikkelborg: A Noone of Night & My God and My All" is a captivating jazz album by the renowned Danish trumpeter and composer, Palle Mikkelborg. Released in 1999 under the Dacapo label, this album is a testament to Mikkelborg's versatility and mastery of his craft. The album spans a full hour of enchanting music, divided into two distinct yet complementary suites: "A Noone of Night" and "My God and My All."
"A Noone of Night" is a seven-part exploration of nocturnal themes, each track seamlessly blending into the next to create a cohesive and immersive experience. The suite features a mix of original compositions and interpretations of classic poems, including works by William Blake and Charles Baudelaire. Mikkelborg's trumpet weaves intricate melodies that dance with the rhythmic foundation provided by a stellar ensemble of musicians, including Jakob Bro on guitar, Thomas Morgan on bass, and Jon Christensen on drums.
The second suite, "My God and My All," is a spiritual journey that showcases the ethereal beauty of the Copenhagen Royal Chapel Choir, accompanied by harp and keyboard. This six-part suite is a harmonious blend of sacred texts and original compositions, offering a serene and uplifting listening experience. The choir's vocals soar above the delicate instrumental accompaniment, creating a sense of tranquility and reverence.
Palle Mikkelborg's unique compositional style and virtuosic trumpet playing are at the forefront of this album, making it a standout release in his discography. The album's diverse influences and meticulous arrangements highlight Mikkelborg's ability to blend jazz with classical and spiritual elements, resulting in a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you're a long-time fan of Palle Mikkelborg or a newcomer to his music, "Mikkelborg: A Noone of Night & My God and My All" is sure to captivate and inspire.
1999 Dacapo1999 Dacapo
Tracks
A Noone of Night: No. 1, A Noone of NightPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
A Noone of Night: No. 2, A Breton Fisherman's PrayerPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
A Noone of Night: No. 3, The FlyPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
A Noone of Night: No. 4, Over and OverPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
A Noone of Night: No. 5, Infant JoyPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
A Noone of Night: No. 6, The TygerPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
A Noone of Night: No. 7, The TeacherPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
My God and My All: No. 1, IntroductionPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
My God and My All: No. 2, Glorious GodPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
My God and My All: No. 3, Simple PrayerPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
My God and My All: No. 4, JoyPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
My God and My All: No. 5, Glorious GodPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
My God and My All: No. 6, Simple PrayerPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
My God and My All: No. 7, O Divine MasterPalle Mikkelborg, Københavns Drengekor, Helen Davies, Lillian Törnqvist, Ebbe Munk
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