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Sacred Fire of the Free

by Bucher-Tan-Countryman

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Abstract Dualism 08:47
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2.
Running from the Blues 07:32
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3.
Deliberation 04:38
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4.
Part of Another Thing 04:39
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5.
One Hand in Darkness 08:53
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6.
Frozen Planet 09:45
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7.
Inverted Bird 04:48
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8.
Lucidity 04:12
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Abstract Dualism is based on the chromatic movement/non-movement of the theme from The First Bird, the title track from my solo release on Chap Chap Records. The fourth track is also based on a theme from the solo session, and has a deliberate cycle that is referenced throughout, without being rigidly maintained.

Several other concepts evolved from other solo works I recorded during the lockdown, but chose to not release and to wait for more collaborative formats. Christian and Simon were equipped with fresh concepts and directions themselves. There has been lot of mutual, and individual, growth since our initial Improvising Beings release, Acceptance ~ Resistance. This recording, and the live performance at Tago Jazz the night before, marks the 10th year for this trio working together.

Guy Sitruk referred to our trio play at this time as “the sacred fire of the free…”

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released September 5, 2022

Christian Bucher, drums
Simon Tan, acoustic bass
Rick Countryman, alto sax

Recorded July 25, 2022 by Mrk Estandarte
at Strawberry Jams in Quezon City, Philippines
Mixed/mastered by Alvin Cornista
Cover art by Annie Countryman, photos by Peter Bucher

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Rick Countryman Everett, Washington

Rick Countryman is an American alto saxophonist residing in the Philippines, with releases across Europe, Asia, and North America, receiving positive reviews globally.

“Countryman excels by the quality of his timbre, the vivacity of his lines... an original voice on the alto sax” - Jean-Michel Van Schouwburg

His style is influenced by Eric Dolphy, Sonny Simmons and the 60s Free Jazz movement. ... more

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