MW777-2
The Magic Door
by Michael Marcus
About This Release
An album by multi-reedist Michael Marcus — co-leader of the Cosmosamatics — leading his own group Magic Door, a flexible ensemble drawing on rising figures of the New York creative-music scene. Released by Not Two in 2007, The Magic Door showcases Marcus as a leader and composer in his own right, distinct from his long partnership with Sonny Simmons.
Tracklist
- 1The Magic Door5:54
- 2Hey Pee Wee (for Pee Wee Russell)4:22
- 3Blue Reality4:38
- 4Sonic Corridors6:02
- 5Abstractions in Lime Caverns8:41
- 6One More Minute6:17
- 7Morning Daffodil8:18
- 8Circular Worlds, Sitting Lights4:32
- 9Sunset Falling in the Mirrors7:01
Line-up
- Michael MarcusBb clarinet
- Daniel Levincello (#1,4,9)
- Rashaan Carterbass (#2)
- Francois Grillotbass (#1,3,4,5,6,8,9)
- Eric Revisbass (#7)
- Jay Rosendrums (#1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9)
- Newman Taylor Bakerdrums (#7)
Critical Reception
By handling composition, arrangement and production duties, as well as concentrating on only one horn in his repertoire, on the The Magic Door Marcus ensures that the artist alone has decided what you hear.
Jeff Stockton, AllAboutJazz
