Avishai Cohen - Arvoles (LP, 2019)

This LP was released in 2019.

Avishai Cohen's latest masterpiece, 'Arvoles', is a rich and compelling musical world that unfolds an intricate panorama of aural landscapes. Released on 7 June 2019 via naïve, this 10-track album is a testament to Cohen's immense creativity and his ability to blend a variety of musical traditions into his work.

With 'Arvoles', which translates to 'Trees' in the Ladino language, Cohen masterfully integrates elements from Eastern European folklore, Western classical themes, and Middle Eastern musical influences, creating a unique sound that is both deeply personal and nostalgia-fueled. The album features a talented ensemble, including Elchin Shirinov on piano, Noam David on drums, Anders Hagberg on flute, and Björn Samuelsson on trombone, all of whom bring their own distinct voice to the table.

From the superb opening bass notes of 'Simonero' to the final notes of 'Wings', Cohen's bass playing is the driving force behind this album, effortlessly crossing back and forth across the line between classical and jazz disciplines. The result is an album that is at once intricate, beautiful, and deeply moving. With a duration of 41 minutes, 'Arvoles' is a jazz fusion masterpiece that will leave you wanting more. Avishai Cohen has once again demonstrated his skill as a composer and musician, and 'Arvoles' is an album that will appeal to fans of jazz and beyond.