Terumasa Hino's performance at the Berlin Jazz Festival in 1971 is a moment suspended in time—one where the boundaries of jazz are not just explored, but fearlessly redrawn. With his quintet, Hino, a trumpet virtuoso revered in both Japanese and international circles, delivers a set that bristles with creative energy and daring improvisation. This live recording is much more than a document; it’s a testament to a period when jazz was both a personal and political act of expression, and Japanese artists like Hino were asserting their unique voice on the world stage.
The interplay between the musicians is electrifying, veering from contemplative passages to explosive, avant-garde outbursts. Hino’s trumpet soars and spirals, matched by the restless inventiveness of his bandmates. The album captures the spirit of experimentation that defined early 1970s jazz, while also offering a glimpse into the cross-cultural dialogues that have shaped the genre. For collectors and adventurous listeners alike, 'Hino At Berlin Jazz Festival '71' is an essential listen—an album that still sounds urgent, searching, and alive over fifty years later.
Track List:
A1 - Birth Of Action - 18:25
A2 - Cycle Circle - 12:51
B1 - Ode To Workman - 17:31
B2 - Alone, Alone And Alone - 7:32