JAN GARBAREK QUARTET Schallplatten & CDs

Review: The welcome reissue of Jan Garbarek Quartet's Afric Pepperbird brings forth a timeless fusion of jazz and world music that was originally released in 1970. Garbarek's evocative saxophone leads the ensemble through a mesmerising exploration of African rhythms and Scandinavian jazz sensibilities. With hypnotic grooves, intricate melodies and soulful improvisations, each composition paints a vivid picture that often leads to transcendent musical experiences. The quartet's synergy is palpable throughout as they weave together elements of traditional and avant garde jazz with effortless grace. As such, Afric Pepperbird remains a seminal work in Garbarek's discography that shows both his mastery as a composer and instrumentalist while celebrating the rich diversity of global musical traditions.