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“Brachfeld hopes that her music inspires us to remember we are all creations of light and we must see the light of good, peace and harmony within ourselves in order to pass it on to the next person, the next family member, the next friend, the next stranger, the next generation.” “Brachfeld’s concept for this […]
“…flutist Andrea Brachfeld offers selections imbued with the imagination of an experienced improviser and the perspective of a musician whose career has crossed jazz, Afro-Latin music, and other improvisational traditions. This is a collection that finds fresh expressive possibilities in seasonal repertoire through rhythmic explorations, harmonic creativity, and spirited ensemble conversation.” “Brachfeld’s flute brings lyrical […]
“…it’s a pleasure to have a holiday album with musical substance. A rarity.” “…her choice to combine trombone with her flute is quite remarkable. The lightness of the flute and the gruffness of the trombone; it’s a unity of opposites.” “The instrumentation, the harmonies, and the diversity of the music say something to me about […]
“The recurring image of light provides the connective idea, allowing familiar songs and less expected selections to coexist without reducing the program to a single holiday tradition.” “…coming to a close on the breathy brilliance of an engagingly delightful The Christmas Song.” “With a sincere hope that we all enjoy her new album of holiday […]
“Brachfeld showcases her personal approach to a selection of novelty tunes and originals that focus on rhythmic clarity, melodic trimmings, and improvised dialogue. “ “Christmas Time Is Here,” … features an emotive interplay between Brachfeld’s flute and Wycliffe Gordon’s trombone that sinks deep into the “ Not a one tonal artist, she (Brachfeld) likes a variety in […]
“Gordon here is a major bonus, adding a rich foil of sound on his rich trombone to team up with Brachfeld for a nice and bluesy “Silent Night” while getting cozy with her under the mistletoe…” “The light shines in the darkness on this release, making it sound good all year round.” George W. Harris, […]
“Here it is, just in time for the season: A Holiday Celebration of Light, a joyful selection from flutist Andrea Brachfeld that’s also the holiday jazz album you never knew you needed. “ “….and a fully formed ensemble, which also features the dazzling rhythm section of pianist Bill O’Connell, bassist Blake Meister and drummer Eric […]
November 5, 2026 Andrea Brachfeld has a thriving wide-ranging career as a flutist, composer, arranger, educator and bandleader. She has always wanted to record a holiday album featuring her flute. The premise of this recording is summed up in the title of the only original song she has included called “See the Light.” Brachfeld hopes […]
October 21, 2026 Holiday music occupies a familiar place in the listening calendar, with melodies that bring memories and expectations. For music lovers, that familiarity offers an opportunity. This is a time to enjoy and honor the character of a beloved song by finding records that bring something new within its harmonic and melodic framework. […]
Fall 2026 Michael Friedman, Baltimore Jazz Alliance