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Review: Mat Maneri featuring Joe McPhee

Mat Maneri featuring Joe McPhee “Sustain” (Thirsty Ear) Mat Maneri performs on a bevy of violin forms on this delicate and focused album. These violin derivatives include five-string viola, electric six-string violin and baritone violin. The drone-like tone coloring of…

Review: David S. Ware String Ensemble

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David S. Ware String Ensemble “Threads” (Thirsty Ear) It may be Ware’s string ensemble, but he is still blowing horn in this group. He has three string players with him. One of which he is much identified with: bassist William…