Description
The renowned multi-instrumentalist Gebhard Ullmann celebrates twenty years of his band Basement Research with a striking CD 'Hat and Shoes'. Featuring trombonist Steve Swell, saxophonist Julian Argüelles, bassist Pascal Niggenkemper and drummer Gerald Cleaver.
The band's seventh CD showcases improvisors at the top of their game and Ullmann's rich, dynamic compositions. Ullmann has released fifty albums as a leader and co-leader and several have been chosen as among the best CDs of the year in DownBeat Magazine. He heads numerous bands (among others, Tá Lam, Conference Call and the Clarinet Trio) and is a sideman for Scott DuBois and Guenter Lenz, among others. The always-busy musician has played with William Parker, Keith Tippett, Bobby Previte, Alexander von Schlippenbach and many others.
Personnel: Gebhard Ullmann (tenor saxophone, bass clarinet), Steve Swell (trombone), Julian Argüelles (baritone saxophone), Pascal Niggenkemper (bass), Gerald Cleaver (drums)