Truth & the Abstract Blues

The name of this song is a play on the title of one of my favorite jazz albums, The Blues and the Abstract Truth (1961), by the great reed player and composer Oliver Nelson. In particular, his song “Stolen Moments” was a special influence in the composition of “Truth & the Abstract Blues”. I’ve written two notable themes throughout my piece: “The Truth”, which is lively, rhythmic, and elusive, and “The Abstract Blues”: mellow, cool, and slightly othodox. I used a Dean Palomino Solo Archtop Guitar to compose this piece - but I’m playing a Gibson ES-175 in the recording. The band has such a fresh energy in this take, which showcases the incredible phrasing and tone of Felix Peikli.