Alex Merritt Quartet - Anatta

A concept drawn from Buddhism that literally means 'no-self', Anetta is the eagerly awaited debut album from London-based saxophonist and composer Alex Merritt. It is the fruit of 5 years of collaboration with American drum legend Jeff Williams as well as top UK pianist and bass player John Turville and Sam Lasserson. Influences of contemporary classical composers are evident in Alex's music - For instance, Henri Dutilleux, to whom a dedication is made on the album. His music also often recalls that of Lennie Tristano and Thelonius Monk amongst more familiar jazz influences.