''A Life Between'' is the second studio album by saxophonist and composer

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. It features pianist Brad Mehldau, guitarist Nir Felder, bassist

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and drummer Antonio Sanchez. Extensive liner notes, outlining both Baird's personal and musical history, were authored by Ethan Kogan.

Reception

Jazziz Magazine (in a review by Asher Wolf) stated: "Chase Baird’s new studio ensemble functions like an ecosystem. The New York-based saxophonist released his second LP, A Life Between, with the star-studded lineup of pianist Brad Mehldau, drummer Antonio Sanchez, bassist

and guitarist Nir Felder. There are no overlapping personnel from his 2010 debut Crosscurrent. Although this iteration of Baird’s group may be new, their interplay teems with life... Overall, each musician’s razor-sharp responsiveness allows for cohesive, well-shaped arrangements without relying on the anchor of rote repetition."

Track listing

All tracks composed by Chase Baird; except where indicated: #"Ripcord" – 9:18 #"As You Are" – 7:14 #"Reactor" – 9:16 #"Dream Knows No End" – 9:05 #"Wait and See" – 6:38 #"A Life Between" – 6:44 #"In The Wake (of Urban Overdrive)" – 12:16 #"

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Personnel

– tenor saxophone * Brad Mehldau – piano * Nir Felder – guitar *

– acoustic bass * Antonio Sanchez – drums

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Life Between 2019 albums Chase Baird albums