This 2010 album on Tzadik features Karl Berger in a trio setting, delving into a diverse program of originals and standards. The interplay between the musicians highlights Berger's characteristic harmonic language and improvisational depth.
- "Strangely Familiar" was recorded in 2009 at the Woodstock Sound Studio.
- The album features longtime collaborators with Berger, bassist Carlos Bica and drummer Roger Blank.
- The release showcases Berger's continued exploration of diverse musical forms within a jazz context on the Tzadik label.
Karl Berger is a versatile composer, improviser, and educator with a career spanning decades, known for his work in jazz, avant-garde, and world music. At the time of "Strangely Familiar," Berger was continuing his prolific output on the Tzadik label, exploring the intersection of composed and improvised music.
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