追求そして飛翔 – 松田昌* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

With “追求そして飛翔” (Pursuit and Soaring), 松田昌 (Masashi Matsuda) invites listeners into a realm where curiosity meets flight. Matsuda, known for his masterful command of the accordion and his genre-defying compositions, crafts an album that feels both intimate and borderless. Each track acts as a vignette—delicate melodies unfurl into unexpected harmonies, and the arrangements lean into a playful yet sophisticated sense of exploration. The album’s title hints at its dynamic: the restless search for meaning and the eventual liberation that comes with discovery. Here, the listener is swept along on an instrumental journey where folk-inspired motifs might suddenly give way to modernist flourishes, always anchored by Matsuda’s expressive touch. The production is warm and detailed, capturing every nuance of the performance and inviting repeated listening. This record stands out not just for its technical prowess, but for its capacity to evoke a vivid sense of place and possibility, making it an essential addition for anyone who values musical storytelling that transcends language. For collectors and aficionados of instrumental artistry, “追求そして飛翔” embodies a rare blend of tradition and adventurous spirit.

Track List:
A1 – ワルツ　イ短調　レント = Waltz A – Moll Lento –
A2 – ヴォルガの舟歌 = El, Ukhnem –
A3 – ソナチネ　ハ長調 = Sonatine C – Dur –
B1 – 沈める寺院　プレリュード第１集 No.10 = “La Cathedrale Engloutie” Prelude No.10 –
B2 – プレリュード　ホ短調 = Prelude E – Moll –
B3 – 白鳥の湖 = Swan Lake –
B4 – ガール・ライク・ア・プッシー・キャット = Girl Like A Pussycat –