![]() ![]() The lament ‘Whakaari’ references the terrible eruption of the Whakaari Island volcano. It is especially so with ‘Tipuna’ (grandparents and ancestors) and with the heartfelt ballad ‘Whakaari’ (a volcanic island off the North Island/Te Ika-a-Maui coast). ![]() Such events are a timeless Aotearoa tradition evoking warmth and sometimes sadness. It evokes the vibe of singing late into the night gathering friends and family close. The album is stylistically broad, with a generous nod to soul and funk. The last time I saw him was with a Latin ensemble where he delivered compelling solos while effortlessly navigating the complex rhythms. Baynes is constantly widening his repertoire and he’s a pianist willing to take on new challenges. They recently appeared at the Wellington Jazz Festival. They appeared about town in the clubs and bars and toured further afield. Goldsmith’s association with the respected broadcaster, educator, and Jazz pianist, Dr Mark Baynes goes back a number of years and the collaboration has been fruitful. ![]()
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