Archetypes, by Harry Mitchell

Archetypes

by Harry Mitchell

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Gatefold CD with artwork by Annie Mitchell and liner notes by Dr. Johannes Luebbers

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Liner notes by Dr. Johannes Luebbers - Pianist/Composer
17.8.2022

“Writing liner notes is a tricky thing. Ideally, the words frame the music and prepare you, the listener, for the experience of hearing the music for the first time. But it can be a fine line between hyperbole and insight. If things are overstated, you might end up disappointed. Equally, if there is not enough hype, you may not even give it a chance. Such responsibility! Lucky for us both, Harry Mitchell’s music needs little selling. Though the music takes its inspiration from Jung’s archetypes, the title could just as easily refer to the traditions and conventions of jazz piano. Mitchell moves with ease from up-tempo, post-bop jazz language, through odd time grooves, fleeting moments of free improvisation and sensitive ballad playing – retaining a sense joyful exploration throughout. Wonderful though the playing is, the real pleasure of this recording lies in the compositions, with each tune creating its own world, full of strong ideas and harmonic offerings. The great benefit of a tune with a clear compositional identity is that it forces a performer to engage with it, playing not only the chord changes but the composition as a whole. This is true for both Mitchell and the ensemble supporting him, all of whom engage with the music deeply while retaining strong personal identities. This recording marks Mitchell’s thirteenth release as either leader or co-leader – a remarkable musical, compositional and logistical achievement. Being this prolific has led to a compositional maturity and a comfort in the studio that allows the relationships within the ensemble to shine, maintaining the energy and spontaneity of a live performance, with none of the apprehension that might arise when the recording light is on. Have I fallen too far on the side of hyperbole? It’s all relative, but sometimes talking something up is just stating the facts. Truthfully, this is an impressive recording from a young pianist and composer who appears to have endless creative energy, with no signs of slowing. Ably supported and elevated by some of the best, Mitchell navigates a personal lyricism with a harmonic language that adheres to convention just enough, while always adding a little something extra to keep your ears on their lobes.”

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released October 28, 2022

Harry Mitchell - Piano/Compositions
Jamie Oehlers - Saxophone
Ricki Malet - Trumpet
Karl Florisson - Bass
Ben Vanderwal - Drums/Percussion

Recorded by Lee Buddle at Crank studios, Perth
Mixed and Mastered by David Darlington
Album artwork by Annie Mitchell

This album was made possible thanks to a grant by the Western Australian Department of Culture and the Arts.

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