Cote d'Ecoute in Bloomington, MN

Saxophonist
Remi Bolduc
is one of the most active saxophonists on the Montreal
jazz
scene. He plays with intensity and fervor, and has an adept sense of phrasing that is derived from his deep knowledge of the technical aspects of playing, as well as his talents for composition.
Cote d'Ecoute
, is a trip down memory lane straight into the hearts of two or three generations of Quebecois. The familiar melodies of
"Rue des Pignons,"
and
"Bobino"
are sure bets that listeners will not remain unmoved. These melodies, which
has revamped with heavy elements of
, rise from the threshold of such
influences as
Steve Coleman
, whom
Bolduc
studied with in New York. Joined by
John Roney
on piano and
Sheila Hannigan
on cello,
is a brilliant display of
classical
/
fusion
,
free
avant-garde
improvisations
, Canadian television theme songs, and the exceptional imprint of a very talented musical trio. ~ Paula Edelstein