Misha Alperin - Her First Dance

First new recording in a decade from Ukraine-born Misha Alperin, whose last two ECM discs, �Night� and �At Home� were both recorded in 1998. This newest album of solos, duos and trios picks up the productive association with German cellist Anja Lechner begun on �Night�, and also features Alperin�s musical partner of many years, Russian virtuoso horn player Arkady Shilkloper. The landscape keeps changing in a programme of many moods, as Alperin�s compositions reflect his quick-witted mind. Lyricism is here, and dazzling technical skills in abundance.