The Pan-Metropolitan Trio is one of the most distinctive and exciting instrumental groups to have come out of the Twin Cities in recent years. Stefan Kac (tuba) contributes stunning original compositions and swashbuckling improvisations, while Japhlet Bire Attias' Chapman Stick® opens up a previously unimaginable world of orchestrational and timbral possibilities within the trio format. Owen Weaver (percussion) has forged a highly individual voice that combines the muscular energy of rock, the virtuosity of jazz, and the subtleties of classical music. Together, these three young musicians create music that is unmistakable for its freshness and vitality. Their repertoire encompasses a vast range of styles, from post-bop jazz, to burning latin grooves, to progressive rock and fusion.
On November 24th, 2007, they released their first full length CD, entitled "Isolation". 4 of the tracks were written by Stefan, the Tuba player. There's also a co-composition, a Metheny tune, a Gentle Giant track and a beautiful song by Italian pianist Giacomo Aula. A great listen, and a new sound. Highly recommended!
Here's what some people have said so far:
I greatly appreciate the discipline and jazz "ethic" that went into this work. The compositions are first class throughout, with well executed thematic phrasing and breaks, and flowing, evolving improvs. Japhlet's Stick bass with chord progressions seems strongly influenced by pianist McCoy Tyner. From time to time I found myself missing John Coltrane, McCoy's harmonic "partner in crime", but then Stefan's tuba ably fills the bill - fluent and mature jazz solos in the mid to low registers. Owen's drums complete the picture with understated rhythms, dynamic nuances, and above all, a sense of jazz history, which all three members share.
I feel this album has its roots in an impressive period of mid '60s progressive jazz, before it became angry and atonal.
Very happy to see The Stick in this setting!
-Emmett Chapman, Inventor of the Stick and Stickist
The Pan-Metropolitan Trio features a solid swingin' drummer and some extremely melodic tuba playing. Creating a good harmonic foundation is the Stick®, playing reliable bass lines augmented by interesting chord structures and rhythms. The group is a musical unit merging the three personalities into the greater band vision. Congrats to Japhlet and the band for realizing a musical mission and documenting their sonic vision.
The pan turns everything into stone. Once you hear it you can't go back, your frozen in a state of bewilderment. The stick playing is so very great, and it sounds crisp and nice. I think this is an instant classic CD.
Hi,
thanks for finding me.
I am very happy to have you along my friends.
Great music!!!!!!
Wow I like the tubasound.
Hope to see you guys once in Europe.
Please keep in touch.
Greetings from Belgium,
Frank Vantroyen
Hi Pan-Metropolitan Trio, just a quick hello from the Jazz Pistols - hope you are doing fine and have a nice christmas season. Thanks for being our friend and good luck for the things you do. Best regards - Christoph
Our Live-DVD will be released on the 1st of February 2007!
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Hi There!
Thank you for your friendship, for sharing your excellent music, and thank you for allowing me the privilege of sharing my notes with you. Seasons Greetings and I wish you all the best in 2007!
Merry Christmas and Happy new Year
Or, better,
Merry stickmas and tappy new year (for stickists only :D )
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