"Sad and Beautiful" is a captivating jazz album by French pianist and composer Andy Emler, released in January 2014 under the La Buissonne label. This album marks the third collaboration between Emler, bassist Claude Tchamitchian, and drummer Eric Echampard, and it has garnered critical acclaim, including a Choc Jazz Magazine/Jazzman award. The album's six-track journey explores the nuances of French jazz, with each piece offering a unique blend of melancholy and beauty. From the hopeful opening track "A journey through hope" to the introspective closer "Try home," Emler's compositions are both evocative and technically impressive. With a runtime of just over 45 minutes, "Sad and Beautiful" is a concise yet profound exploration of the jazz idiom, showcasing Emler's distinctive voice and the trio's exceptional chemistry.
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