"Storytellers" by Jan Erik Vold is a captivating journey through the world of poetry and jazz, released in 1998 under the Hot Club Records label. This album is a unique blend of vocal jazz, cool jazz, and spoken word, featuring the enchanting voice of Jan Erik Vold, a renowned Norwegian lyric poet, jazz vocal reciter, translator, and author. The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, offering a rich and immersive experience for any jazz and poetry enthusiast.
The tracklist is a diverse collection of poems from various international poets, translated and recited by Jan Erik Vold. It includes works from Henrik Wergeland, Arthur Rimbaud, Kristofer Uppdal, D. H. Lawrence, Rolf Jacobsen, Wallace Stevens, Claes Gill, Paul Celan, Gunvor Hofmo, Gunnar Eklöf, Ernst Orvil, Robert Creeley, Inger Hagerup, Wislawa Szymborska, and Jan Erik Vold himself. Each track is a masterful fusion of poetry and jazz, with Vold's recitation accompanied by a talented ensemble of musicians.
The album begins with "Til Foraaret" by Henrik Wergeland and concludes with "Trikken Er Et Øye Som Går På Skinner" by Jan Erik Vold, offering a wide range of poetic styles and themes. The instrumental arrangements complement the poems beautifully, enhancing the overall listening experience. Whether you're a fan of jazz, poetry, or both, "Storytellers" is sure to captivate you with its unique blend of art forms and Jan Erik Vold's distinctive voice.
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