Terje's music was my introduction to the ECM label many years ago, and to jazz music in general. His music exists very much on the periphery of jazz though, and I think he more than anyone else established the typical distant, atmospheric sound that ECM became famous for. As such, a lot of his work could just as easily be discussed in the "ambient" section.
I'm suprised his music hasn't been discussed more at these forums. He is definitely one of the most unique guitarists in the world, and has often incorporated electronics into his music with wonderful results.
Recommendations:
Odyssey, Waves, Descendre, Eos (with David Darling) and the first self-titled Rypdal/Vitous/DeJohnette album.
These should appeal to anyone who has a taste for atmospheric, melancholic music. Sublimely beautiful stuff. All those mentioned feature electronic instruments (though usually this just consists of organ, electronic strings or guitar synthesizer).
For the more adventurous, his orchestral works are also worth checking out.
I'm suprised his music hasn't been discussed more at these forums. He is definitely one of the most unique guitarists in the world, and has often incorporated electronics into his music with wonderful results.
Recommendations:
Odyssey, Waves, Descendre, Eos (with David Darling) and the first self-titled Rypdal/Vitous/DeJohnette album.
These should appeal to anyone who has a taste for atmospheric, melancholic music. Sublimely beautiful stuff. All those mentioned feature electronic instruments (though usually this just consists of organ, electronic strings or guitar synthesizer).
For the more adventurous, his orchestral works are also worth checking out.
