Make That Flight
—François Houle • basset clarinet
—Marco von Orelli • cornet/trumpet
THE PERCASO SERIES in Baden, Switzerland, Im Roggebode 6
The fusion of composition - improvisation and improvisation - composition as well as the exploration and extraction of new sounds on their instruments are points of contact in their works.
Two wind instruments at the same time, one tandem? Yes, inspired and in admiration for John Carter and Bobby Bradford. The clarinet and cornet create tonal textures and colors, creating an intimacy that is incredibly appealing!
In their playing, the two skilful musicians extract new sounds from their instruments and explore them. The fusion of composition and improvisation always revives and nourishes their work.
Inspired by the great duos in the history of creative music, such as Carter and Bradford, Coleman and Cherry, the music of the duo François Houle and Marco von Orelli crosses the boundaries between styles, genres and aesthetics to create a unique repertoire that will surprise any avid listener of jazz and new music.
Both Houle and von Orelli play their instruments masterfully and have been active for many years as bandleaders, composers and performers of creative avant-garde music.
““ With a real sensitivity to tone, technique, and creative context, they embody the spirit of Carter and Bradford while avoiding mere imitation.”
— Jason Bivins - Point of Departure”