Lagrène strips back the arrangements to showcase his unparalleled command of the guitar, delivering a masterclass in solo jazz performance. This 2022 release revisits standards and originals with a rare intimacy and technical brilliance.
- The album was recorded in just two days at Studio La Buissonne in Pernes-les-Fontaines, France.
- "Solo Suites" features interpretations of jazz standards by composers including George Gershwin and Cole Porter, alongside Lagrène's own compositions.
- The album was released on the PeeWee Records label in May 2022.
French guitarist Biréli Lagrène is an unparalleled virtuoso of gypsy jazz, known for his lightning-fast improvisations and melodic flair. In 2022, Lagrène returned to his acoustic roots with "Solo Suites," a collection that found him exploring jazz standards and originals with a singular focus on his guitar.
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