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Another extraordinary combination
of instruments in a band: two diatonic accordions and the double
bass, playing their own compositions written by Arie van Lienen
and Peter Pot.
Peter Pot, diatonic accordion,
has been a drummer for many years before starting to play the
diatonic accordion. Ari van Lienen is a well known diatonic accordionist
and teacher in the Netherlands.
The difference between van Lienen's
and Pot's pieces is easily distinctive. Van Lienen's compositions
are more influenced by Celtic and French music, they are melancholic
and lofty, while Peter's pieces have strong emphasis on the rhythmical
drive - the influence of his 'drumming' background. Phillip Baumgarten
is one of the best Dutch jazz double bass players.
It is obvious that each player
is totally in control of their own instrument, they each play
skilfully, and as a unit they sound harmonious and sophisticated.
If you are after a recording that is entertaining and easy listening,
that contains 'Celtic like' tunes, then this CD is the way to
go.
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