Name: My Foolish Heart
Brand: RALPH TOWNER

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2017-02-03

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RALPH TOWNER

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Ecm Records

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ECM Records, also known as "The Creative Label," is a German independent label that was co-founded by producer Manfred Eicher, Manfred Scheffner, and Karl Egger in Munich (Pasing) in 1969. With the label code LC 2516 / LC 02516, ECM stands for Edition of Contemporary Music and focuses on jazz and Western classical music. They showcase both acoustic and electronic artists who produce eclectic versions of contemporary music.

ECM's extensive catalog features a wide range of genres, from contemporary works by renowned composers like Steve Reich, Arvo Pärt, and Philip Glass to experimental and electronic jazz from artists such as Nils Petter Molvær, Pat Metheny Group, and Jan Garbarek. Over the past 40+ years, ECM has released more than 1500 recordings that have been acclaimed for their exceptional music quality, creative production techniques, and outstanding sound.

Although an independent label, ECM titles are distributed by Universal Music Group (UMG) in the US, Japan, and throughout Europe. However, they have also collaborated with other distributors over the years. Notably during the period when Polydor distributed ECM products in Germany; [l447694] was used for pressing identified by a CP suffix on labels and runouts. Afterward,[l25946] became their primary distributor.

Ralph Towner is a US-American multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger and bandleader. He was born in Chehalis, Washington on March 1, 1940. With his exceptional talent and versatility, Towner has established himself as one of the most influential figures in contemporary jazz and classical music.

Towner's unique musical style blends elements of jazz, folk, and classical genres to create captivating compositions that showcase his virtuosity on various instruments. As a member of the renowned group *Oregon*, he has collaborated with fellow musicians such as *Eberhard Weber*, *Bobo Stenson Trio*, *Terje Rypdal*, and many others.

Throughout his illustrious career, Towner has released numerous critically acclaimed albums both as a solo artist and with various ensembles. His innovative approach to composition and improvisation has earned him widespread recognition and accolades from audiences and critics alike. Experience the mesmerizing sounds of Ralph Towner's music today.

Ralph Towner

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After critically-lauded projects with trumpeter Paolo Fresu (Chiaroscuro) and with fellow guitarists Wolfgang Muthspiel and Slava Grigoryan (Travel Guide), Ralph Towner returns to solo guitar for My Foolish Heart. Whether on classical guitar or 12-string guitar Towner's touch is immediately identifiable. Solo music is an important thread through his rich discography and this new album - recorded at Lugano's Auditorio Stelio Molo RSI in February 2016 and produced by Manfred Eicher - follows in the great tradition of Diary, Solo Concert, Ana, Anthem, and Time Line. It features finely-honed new compositions as well as a pair of tunes ("Shard" and "Rewind") from the songbook of Oregon, a dedication to the late Paul Bley ("Blue As In Bley") and a single standard - Victor Young's "My Foolish Heart" which Towner first came to love in Bill Evans's interpretation.

My Foolish Heart

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