CD ECM Records Chris Potter Underground Orchestra: Imaginary Cities

2013

Chris Potter Underground Orchestra:

Chris Potter - saxofon tenor si sopran, bas clarinet
Adam Rogers - chitara
Craig Taborn - pian
Steve Nelson - vibrafon, marimba
Fima Ephron - bas
Scott Colley - contrabas
Nate Smith - tobe
Mark Feldman - vioara
Joyce Hammann - vioara
Lois Martin - viola
David Eggar - violoncel

The world-class contemporary sax-colossus Chris Potter seems to be something of a late bloomer in terms of his recordings as a leader […] the elegant arrangements and ensemble performances are first rate and it slowly reveals more layers on repeated listening.
Selwyn Harris, Jazzwise

‘Imaginary Cities’ is a breakthrough for Potter as composer, arranger and conceptualist. The title piece, a four-movement suite, portrays Potter’s ‘non-specific utopian ideas’ about what modern urban life might be. Its richness and depth are stunning. […] The suite also provides unprecedented inspiration for Potter the soloist. He has never played on record with more focus and power.
Thomas Conrad, Jazz Times

Despite the huge line-up of musicians, the sound on ‘Imaginary Cities’ is very atmospheric and quite gorgeous, rarely veering off into 'big band' bombast like so many of these types of expanded line-ups do, though this band can create some thunder when they want to. […] A very enjoyable collection of orchestral, atmospheric jazz from Chris Potter and his new band. A job well done!
Pete Pardo, Sea of Tranquility (five stars)