United States (change)
Naim Label


Related Reviews

Cadence Magazine
"This is the kind of disc that flows well."
more >>
Downbeat
4 Stars
"Not surprisingly, it is a quiet album, with few moments of flurry."
more >>
Billboard.com
"Heartplay" is a lovely bit of acoustic jazz."
more >>
Guardian
"Beautifully recorded album."
more >>
The Irish Times
4 Stars
"Delightful."
more >>
HFN Magazine
"A recording that highlights Forcione's beautiful tone and, unhackneyed phrasing. Haden is compelling even at tempos nearing stasis."
more >>
Scotsman.com
3 Stars
"Ravishingly beautiful sound."
more >>
Times Online
3 Stars
"Forcione's solo set piece always delivers sparkling, percussive runs, his hands flashing against the neck of the guitar while rapping a beat against the instrument's body. Guitar heroics, yes, but with a touch of class."
more >>
20th Century Guitar Magazine
"Great late night spin."
more >>
AllAboutJazz.com
"Warm and enveloping listen."
more >>
IAJRC
"Economical and so laid."
more >>
Just Jazz Guitar
"It can be listened to and enjoyed on a background setting, or concentrated on and appreciated for it subtle complexity."
more >>
CDHotlist.com
"Spectacular."
more >>

Charlie Haden & Antonio Forcione: Heartplay review on BermanMusicFoundation.org


10 July 2009
BermanMusicFoundation.org

Charlie Haden's penchant in recent years for moody ballads performed in duo collaborations, usually with pianists or guitarists, has drawn undeserved criticism from some quarters. On the contrary, his recordings with Hank Jones, Kenny Barron, Pat Metheny, Chris Anderson and Gonzalo Rubalcaba are some of Haden's best. Add 2006's "Heartplay" to that list. The sensitivity that Haden and Italian guitarist and composer Antonio Forcione bring to their playing and writing makes them a perfect pair.
Bookmark and Share




A CC Music Store Solution