What an interesting playing and composing style with strong individuality
and personality as its main characteristics.Most of the pieces are composed by Bolle himself. It is played on the acoustic accordion with no electric devices nor other instruments. One track only is a duet with Australian accordionist Anthony Schultz. Pieces performed are of the lighter character, some of them are popular tunes arranged by Bolle and most of them are Bolle's own compositions. It is not easy to precisely define Bolle's playing style. It is not traditional accordion entertainment although he does play popular tunes. He plays it in his own style and gives it a very individual dimension. Track No 2 for example: after a short intro where you can hear the ocean, birds and waves, Bolle starts the well known theme "Umbrellas of Cherbourgh" well below the traditional tempo but with overwhelmingly deep melancholy presenting this popular melody in a totally different light which I found most appealing. What follows are his variations on that theme building it up dramatically. Bolle's interpretation and performing manner touches with its emotionality and spirituality. The words I would use to describe his playing would be: feelings, space, melancholy, and picture sequences. It is impossible to put into words the simplicity, beauty and pleasantness of his style - you have to hear it for yourself. The only wish I have is for a bit more accurate bellows changes at times. Bolle's musical individuality and personality is remarkable, I personally was touched by it and I highly recommend this recording.**** |
