Pique-nique Recordings is proud to present “​ Chrysanthemum”​, two spontaneous piano improvisations by composer and bandleader, ​Erik Deutsch​; directed, sculpted, and accompanied by ​Spencer Zahn.​

Sparseness, beauty, and freedom define Deutch and Zahn’s creative output, which was formed over a mutual admiration for Thelonious Monk’s Solo Monk LP. With his first solo improvisational recording in a 25-year career, Deutsch combines his extensive experience in the free-music realm with inspiration from the likes of Alice Coltrane and Bill Evans.

This release is part of an ongoing series that aims to capture the New York City jazz scene in its current, always evolving form.

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TRACKLISTING:
A. Chrysanthemum
B. Ripple Pattern
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Released October 30, 2020

Erik Deutsch - piano

Spencer Zahn - synthesizers (on Ripple Pattern)

Produced & Mixed by Spencer Zahn

Mastered by Joe Lambert

Recorded at Caracolia (Mexico City, Mexico)

Engineered by Victoria Reed