Swedish bassist, cellist and composer Lars Danielsson and his special guests create a broad sound world, using the sonic capabilities of a symphony orchestra to great effect. With the bass as the central pivot and the dazzling grandeur of the orchestra, Danielsson's highly-developed creativity in many disciplines is clearly set out on these 12 pieces, including the title track, an instrumental version of Libera Me from Gabriel Fauré's Requiem. It all comes together to created an organic rounded whole, in which it is clear that the orchestra is not just an accessory.

“In this extraordinary album, we witness the combination of the spontaneous creative impulses and actions of the two artists with aesthetic enthusiasm. Sound vibrations, which usually shine and disappear for a short time during the live performance, are like the handsome corpses of the jazz cemetery, but this recording is like a sacred treasure saved from rotting and destruction; it is waiting to be discovered once again.” – Dark Blue Notes

"Merry-Go-Round" is drummer Elvin Jones' 1972 Blue Note studio album. The record features an all-star cast including David Liebman, Joe Farrell and Chick Corea, among other notable musicians. The album is a recording filled with originals including Chick Corea's "La Fiesta" and David Liebman's "Brite Piece".

Dave Liebman and Richie Beirach have known each other for forty years. They don’t need to talk to understand one another, notes suffice. They get along harmoniously. Their bond dates back to the sixties when they played together in the group “Lookout Farm” led by Dave Liebman…