THREE VIEWS OF A MUSICAL PIECE

A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

BARBARA BRUCKMÜLLER JAZZ ORCHESTRA & STRINGS FEAT. ARUÁN ORTIZ

composition, conduction: Barbara Bruckmüller
piano: Aruán Ortiz
string quartet: Joanna Lewis, Maria Salamon, Magdalena Trobos, Cornelia Burghardt
reeds: Martin Harms, Viola Falb, David Mayrl, Tobias Hoffmann, Herwig Gradischnig
trumpets: Tobias Reisacher, Simon Plötzeneder, Kaya Meller
french horn: Katharina Gansch
trombones: Mario Vavti, Robert Bachner, Christina Lachberger
double bass: Thatiana Gomes
drums: Howard Curtis

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"Three Views of a Musical Piece" is not merely an album; it is a sonic journey that invites listeners to experience the same musical piece through three distinct perspectives. Each arrangement offers a fresh interpretation of "A Chain of Moments," demonstrating Bruckmüller's remarkable versatility as a composer and arranger.

“(...) I‘ve said before that Barbara is one of my favorite composers. This album makes that truer than ever.” - John Edwin Mason

“(...) Bruckmüller proves to be a spellbinding composer and arranger. Each of the discs has a beauty unto itself. The Chain Of Moments Quintet feels classical-meets-jazz, with Ortiz and the string quartet enjoying ample room to operate and breathe. The Chain Of Moments Sextet feels more jazz-meets-classical, with its talented group of European instrumentalists, and Ortiz digging deep. Finally, the Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz Orchestra & Strings featuring Ortiz presents the majestic, large ensemble version of Bruckmüller’s musical vision. (..)” - Frank Alkyer

— Downbeat October 2024

“(...) Overall, this is a highly ambitious and complex musical adventure, which presents a suite in three different Jazz environments, proving that great music sound wonderful in every milieu, when it is aesthetically sound and skillfully performed. I absolutely loved this album and highly recommend it to all Jazz fans, who love the flirt between Jazz and Classical Music, and of course the European Big Band Jazz sound. Well done Milady!” - Adam Baruch

— The Soundtrack of my Life - (Arpil 2025)

“(...) the suite is undeniably satisfying, blending sophisticated textures and feel-good energy, with Ortiz’s fearless approach a constant, elevating presence throughout.” - Filipe Freitas

— jazztrail - november 2024

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Album 1 - Chain of moments quintet (Piano & String quartet) feat. aruán ortiz

A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

Chain of Moments Quintet feat. Aruán Ortiz (Piano & String Quartet)

Concert I, February 19, 2024 live at Musikquartier1060 / Performing Stage, Vienna

artwork by Peter Cerny aka frideuf

line up: composition, conduction - Barbara Bruckmüller // piano - Aruán Ortiz // violin 1 - Joanna Read more

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Movement I - East of the West 8:07
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Movement II - Limited [But Sweet] 12:28
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Movement III - Matter of Fact 10:08
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Movement IV - Rewind [and Play Again] 7:38
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Movement V - Conclusion 9:11
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Soloists: TRACK 1 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) ** TRACK 2 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Maria Salamon (violin) **TRACK III - Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Cornelia Burghardt (cello) **TRACK 4 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) **TRACK 5 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Joanna Lewis (violin 1)

ALBUM 2 - CoM Jazz sextet feat. aruán ortiz

A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

CoM Jazz Sextet feat. Aruán Ortiz

Concert II, February 21, 2024 live at Musikquartier1060 / Performing Stage, Vienna

artwork by Peter Cerny aka frideuf

line up: composition - Barbara Bruckmüller // piano - Aruán Ortiz // alto saxophone - Viola Falb Read more

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Movement I - East of the West 10:54
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Movement II - Limited [But Sweet] 15:04
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Movement III - Matter of Fact 11:12
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Movement V - Conclusion 14:37
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Epilog 4:16
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Soloists: TRACK 1 - Viola Falb (alto saxophone) / Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Howard Curtis (drums) **TRACK 2 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Howard Curtis (drums) / Kaya Meller (flugelhorn) / Thatiana Gomes (double bass) **TRACK 3 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Viola Falb (alto saxophone) / Mario Vavti (trombone)**TRACK 4 - Mario Vavti (trombone) / Aruán Ortiz (piano) **TRACK 5 - Howard Curtis (drums) / Viola Falb (alto saxophone) / Kaya Meller (trumpet) / Aruán Ortiz (piano)

Album 3 - Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz orchestra & strings feat. aruán ortiz

Concert III, February 22, 2024
live at Porgy & Bess, Vienna

A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz Orchestra & Strings feat. Aruán Ortiz

Concert III, February 22, 2024 live at Porgy & Bess, Vienna

artwork by Peter Cerny aka frideuf

line up: composition, conduction - Barbara Bruckmüller // piano - Aruán Ortiz // string quartet - Joanna Lewis, Maria Read more

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Movement II - Limited [But Sweet] 17:53
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Soloists: TRACK 1 - Herwig Gradischnig (bariton saxophone) / Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Howard Curtis (drums) **TRACK 2 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Howard Curtis (drums) / Maria Salamon (violin 2) / Thatiana Gomes (double bass) / Robert Bachner (trombone)**TRACK 3 - Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Tobias Hoffmann (tenor saxophone) / Kaya Meller (trumpet)**TRACK 4 - Aruán Ortiz (piano)**TRACK 5 - Simon Plötzeneder (trumpet) / Martin Harms (sopran saxophone) / Aruán Ortiz (piano) / Howard Curtis (drums)

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all three recordings together:

Album/View I: Chain of Moments Quintet feat. Aruán Ortiz (Piano & String Quartet) Concert I, February 19, 2024 (live at Musikquartier1060 / Performing Stage, Vienna)

Album/View II: Read more

all three recordings together:

Album/View I: Chain of Moments Quintet feat. Aruán Ortiz (Piano & String Quartet) Concert I, February 19, 2024 (live at Musikquartier1060 / Performing Stage, Vienna)

Album/View II: CoM Jazz Sextet feat. Aruán Ortiz Concert II, February 21, 2024 (live at Musikquartier1060 / Performing Stage, Vienna)

Album/View III: Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz Orchestra & Strings feat. Aruán Ortiz Concert III, February 22, 2024 (live at Porgy & Bess, Vienna)

TRACK 1 - 5 Chain of Moments Quintet feat. Aruán Ortiz (Piano & String Quartet)

Concert I, February 19, 2024 live at Musikquartier1060 / Performing Stage, Vienna

artwork by Peter Cerny aka frideuf

line up: composition, conduction - Barbara Bruckmüller // piano - Aruán Ortiz // violin 1 - Joanna Lewis // violin 2 - Maria Salamon // viola - Magdalena Trobos // cello - Cornelia Burghardt

sound, mixed & mastered by Christoph Burgstaller

TRACK 6 - 11 CoM Jazz Sextet feat. Aruán Ortiz

Concert II, February 21, 2024 live at Musikquartier1060 / Performing Stage, Vienna

artwork by Peter Röcklinger-Cerny aka frideuf

line up: composition - Barbara Bruckmüller // piano - Aruán Ortiz // alto saxophone - Viola Falb // flugelhorn, trumpet - Kaya Meller // trombone - Mario Vavti // double bass - Thatiana Gomes // drums - Howard Curtis

sound, mixed & mastered by Christoph Burgstaller

TRACK 12 - 16 Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz Orchestra & Strings feat. Aruán Ortiz

Concert III, February 22, 2024 live at Porgy & Bess, Vienna

artwork by Peter Röcklinger-Cerny aka frideuf

line up: composition, conduction - Barbara Bruckmüller // piano - Aruán Ortiz // string quartet - Joanna Lewis, Maria Salamon, Magdalena Trobos, Cornelia Burghardt // reeds - Martin Harms, Viola Falb, David Mayrl, Tobias Hoffmann, Herwig Gradischnig // trumpets, flugelhorn - Tobias Reisacher, Simon Plötzeneder, Kaya Meller // french horn - Katharina Gansch // trombones - Mario Vavti, Robert Bachner, Christina Lachberger // double bass - Thatiana Gomes // drums - Howard Curtis

sound, mixed & mastered by Christoph Burgstaller

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Internationally acclaimed jazz composer Barbara Bruckmüller is set to dazzle audiences once again with her latest project, "Three Views of a Musical Piece." Collaborating with virtuoso pianist Aruán Ortiz, Bruckmüller unveils three distinct arrangements of her captivating composition, "A Chain of Moments - Suite in five Movements."

This ambitious endeavor sees Bruckmüller exploring the multifaceted nature of her original suite through three unique musical lenses. The first arrangement features a mesmerizing interplay between piano and string quartet, highlighting the delicate nuances and intricate melodies of the piece. In the second arrangement, Bruckmüller expands the sonic landscape with a vibrant jazz sextet, infusing the composition with rhythmic dynamism and improvisational flair. Finally, the third arrangement showcases Bruckmüller's Jazzorchestra, augmented by the rich textures of a string quartet and the virtuosic prowess of Ortiz on piano.

"Three Views of a Musical Piece" is not merely an album; it is a sonic journey that invites listeners to experience the same musical piece through three distinct perspectives. Each arrangement offers a fresh interpretation of “A Chain of Moments - Suite in Five Movements”, demonstrating Bruckmüller's remarkable versatility as a composer and arranger.

Released on August 14th, 2024.

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THREE VIEWS OF A MUSICAL PIECE

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Album 1 - Chain of moments quintet (Piano & String quartet) feat. aruán ortiz

A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

Chain of Moments Quintet feat. Aruán Ortiz (Piano & String Quartet)

ALBUM 2 - CoM Jazz sextet feat. aruán ortiz

A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

CoM Jazz Sextet feat. Aruán Ortiz

Album 3 - Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz orchestra & strings feat. aruán ortiz

A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz Orchestra & Strings feat. Aruán Ortiz

entire album (3-recordings)

Three Views of a Musical Piece: A CHAIN OF MOMENTS - Suite in Five Movements

Barbara Bruckmüller Jazz Orchestra & Strings feat. Aruán Ortiz

BUY 3-CD-Album Download

Press Release

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