JOHN SURMAN — Saltash Bells (2012) FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

I first discovered the beauty of Surman's Jazz when I bought a copy of A Biography of the Rev. Absalom Dawe. Essentially, his performance on that LP was nothing short of brilliant. On his Saltash Bells LP he again applies his multi-instrumental, composing and performance skill with true aplomb. Borrowing a quote from Wikipedia, "This "extraordinary solo recording" Surman's "beautiful blend of reeds and electronics summons the mists, moors and mysteries with hauntingly evocative style"" Surman's musical interpretation of the Saltash Passage on the River Tavy conjures the many moods, shifts and subtle drama this area of England possesses. For me, the buy in comes easily. I simply close my eyes and allow the music to envelope me... Loving the deftly crafted songs to tell me their individual story as I, then, imagine the place, the time, the totality of the composition. My suggestion: Surman's style of Modal Jazz is pretty awesome. The atmospheric nature of his recordings makes for an often soothing listen. Consider exploring his entire catalog. For me, this one's a keeper. You may well agree. Cheers. Gary Figueroa 
Tracklist :
1.    Whistman's Wood    6:32
2.    Glass Flower    3:13
3.    On Staddon Heights    7:32
4.    Triadichorum    3:36
5.    Winter Elegy    8:19
6.    Ælfwin    2:17
7.    Saltash Bells    10:40
8.    Dark Reflections    3:27
9.    The Crooked Inn    2:41
10.    Sailing Westwards    10:37
Credits :
Design – Sascha Kleis
Producer [Produced By] – John Surman, Manfred Eicher
Soprano Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Alto Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Contrabass Clarinet, Harmonica, Synthesizer, Composed By [All Compositions – John Surman