Visible World

Love him or hate him, Jan Garbarek knows how to craft melodies, and what he accomplishes on Visible World is extraordinary. Backed by his usual cohort, including pianist Rainer Brüninghaus, bassist Eberhard Weber, percussionist Marilyn Mazur, and drummer Manu Katché, the Norwegian saxophonist leads a masterclass in dynamic control. Between the dancing nature spirits of “Red Wind” to the exhilarating “Evening Lan” (an epic conclusion featuring the talents of vocalist Mari Boine), there is plenty to encounter…and re-encounter. With quiet strength, if not also a robust calm, genuine tribalism ensues, inviting us into an unforgettable sound.