The Mystery

Dive into the captivating world of Tim Garland's "The Mystery," a masterful blend of orchestral elegance and jazz improvisation released in 2007. This album showcases Garland's exceptional compositional skills and his prowess on the reeds, alongside the virtuosic Chick Corea and the renowned Northern Sinfonia Orchestra, conducted by Clark Rundell. The album is a testament to Garland's versatility, featuring both intricate orchestral pieces and spontaneous jazz performances.

"The Mystery" opens with the two-part suite "Who Is Father Time?", setting the stage for a journey through Garland's unique musical landscape. The album seamlessly weaves together various styles, from the hauntingly beautiful "Icelandic Lullaby (Bí Bí Og Blaka)" to the playful "Trinkle Tinkle" and the evocative "Ruby My Dear." Each track offers a glimpse into Garland's rich musical vocabulary, drawing influences from classical, jazz, and world music traditions.

Highlights include the introspective "Evidence," the dreamlike "As the Boy Gathers His Dreams," and the enchanting "Rosa Ballerina." The album concludes with a rendition of Thelonious Monk's "Monk's Mood," providing a fitting end to this remarkable collection of music. With a duration of over an hour, "The Mystery" is a compelling exploration of Tim Garland's artistic vision, performed by some of the most talented musicians in the world.