Here is another recording by the "K" Trio (their first CD entitled "K Trio" was reviewed on January 28th, 2000) Instantly recognizable by their playing image! I believe it is quite flattering to any artist to be recognized by its playing style, and in my opinion the "K Trio has built its own quite distinguished musical "signature". I recognize them by their typical "K Trio" sound, by their repertoire (as they predominantly perform traditional accordion entertainment as well as other genres), and by their performing style which is musical, crisp and technically confident, polished in details, inspired, well balanced and with obviously so much love for what they are doing. One of the most impressive things about the "K" Trio to me, is the incredible ease with which they play. The most demanding technical and musical moments they play as they are no effort to them, and that is also an important quality. I have heard artists and recordings that don't have that performing ease and as a result the listener is all the time on edge and tense. The "K" Trio was founded in 1995. As their teacher, mentor and brother, Michael Fernino carefully groomed all three members of the "K" Trio in the technical skills necessary for the art of ensemble performance - instilling in them a love, understanding and appreciation for music. This recording is especially dear to the "K" Trio in that it includes accordion masterpieces from their childhood experiences, some new "finds", and many pieces by composers close to their hearts. The music selected for "Take 2 " encompasses light, entertaining novelties, some selections of a more " classical' nature as well as contemporary works. The "K" Trio is an excellent ensemble, whom I listened to with the feeling "return to the accordion nostalgia" - meant in the way of decent accordion playing and traditional selection of the pieces. ***** |