Vlad Miller & Notes From Underground - Wintertide

This is the second album by the group Notes From Underground, fronted by pianist Vlad Miller. This time the band includes Adrian Northover on soprano and alto saxophones, an addition to the trio previously heard on their first release 'Diaghilev's Dance'.

Coming from a background of free and experimental music, such as can be heard on recordings by The Remote Viewers, Adrian's creative edginess brings unexpected light and shade to the compositions, his soloing laden with seasoned musicianship. Miller composed the majority of tracks, whilst bass player, Leslie Booth contributed two compositions. He demonstrates the chordal possibilities and extended range of his six-string contra bass. His individuality and rich palette of sound colourfully underpins this recording.

Vladimir's compositions are inspired by his Russian heritage and he has formed musical partnerships both in the UK and Russia, most notably leading and composing for the 20 piece Moscow Composers Orchestra, with whom he toured from the mid-1990s to 2007.

Personnel: Vladimir Miller (piano), Dave Rohoman drums), Les Booth (six-string bass), Adrian Northover (alto/soprano saxophone)