Gutfleisch/Schürmann/Frey, a prominent Swiss piano trio formed in 2017, have teamed up with chromatic harmonica and vibraphone virtuoso Hendrik Meurkens for their collaborative album, 'Roundabout,' released on May 26th, 2023. Known for their affinity for swing, hard bop, and modern jazz, the trio has individually shared stages with jazz greats like James Carter, Benny Golson, and Jorge Rossy. Meurkens, celebrated as a leading chromatic harmonica player since Toots Thielemans, found his perfect musical match with the trio's swinging style. 'Roundabout' features 12 original compositions that pay homage to jazz traditions while showcasing their unique individuality, offering a diverse mix of ballads, uptempo tracks, deep swingers, and Latin grooves. The quartet exudes an unpretentious virtuosity and palpable joy, embodying the spirit of American jazz.
The following images were taken at the recording set on May 24, 2022.
Hammerstudio Basel - tuned in
Hendrik Meurkens, Dominik Schürmann, Christian Gutfleisch and Elmar Frey (left to right)
Elmar Frey
Hendrik Meurkens
Christian Gutfleisch
Dominik Schürmann
If you like to see more of Jazz, check out my featured images in the “Portraits in Jazz” section or individual sessions in the “blog”. Hopefully they inspire you to go to a club near by and experience it all live.