Evan Parker / Matthew Shipp - Abbey Road Duos (2007)

Posted By: Mocha

Date: Oct. 3, 2025

*Evan Parker / Matthew Shipp – Abbey Road Duos* (2007) is a compelling collaboration between British saxophonist Evan Parker and American pianist Matthew Shipp, recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios. The album captures a series of fully improvised duets, blending Parker’s intense, circular-breathing saxophone style with Shipp’s percussive, harmonically rich piano playing. Their interplay is spontaneous yet deeply responsive, creating dense textures and abstract musical conversations. *Abbey Road Duos* stands out for its raw creativity, technical brilliance, and the seamless fusion of two leading voices in avant-garde jazz. It’s a vital listen for fans of free improvisation and experimental jazz.

Tracklist

01. Tenor Suite i (6:33)
02. Tenor Suite ii (4:02)
03. Tenor Suite iii (6:22)
04. Tenor Suite iv (5:13)
05. Soprano Suite i (5:45)
06. Soprano Suite ii (6:56)
07. Soprano Suite iii (3:29)
08. Soprano Suite iv (2:35)

personnel :

Piano – Matthew Shipp
Tenor Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone – Evan Parker

EAC Log

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Evan Parker & Matthew Shipp / Abbey Road Duos

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