Steve Lacy & the Barton Workshop at Minardschouwburg in Gent. 22 November 2003.

The Barton Workshop is an ensemble lead by James Fulkerson and specializes in (mainly American) modern classical compositions. In the series ‘Composer Portraits’, it is now the turn of soprano saxophonist Steve Lacy. His work ranges from all forms of jazz to composed/improvised pieces for classical musicians and dancers. The program revolves around ‘Traces’, a song-cycle in ten parts, based on the poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke. Two songs of this series can be heard on Lacy’s CD; ‘Monk’s Dream’ (with Roswell Rudd).

This private footage is dedicated to the late great master of the soprano saxophone, Steve Lacy and his partner Irène Aebi. They played at Bimhuis in Amsterdam the day before. This show is for educational and entertainment purpose only. Please share and buy their music if you can to help music remain sustainable.

Line-up:
Steve Lacy-soprano sax,
Irene Aebi-voice,
Jos Zwaanenburg-flute,
John Anderson-clarinet, bass clarinet,
Marieke Keser-violin,
Elisabeth Smalt-altviolin,
Anne Magde de Geus-cello,
Morton Johan Olsen-drums,
Frank Denyer-piano,
Stefan Pliquett-bass,
James Fulkerson-trombone

NB: please ignore intertitle inserted on the footage refering to the Tao Suite, not displayed here.
NB2: I also dedicate this caption to the memory of my late great friend Patrick Bach who initiated me to so many fantastic artists.