CD Beat Kaestli – Invitation

Experience jazz at its most intimate with Beat Kaestli’s Invitation. Released in 2010 on the prestigious Chesky Records label, this album marks a stunning debut for Kaestli, showcasing his "alluring and user-friendly" tenor voice that effortlessly glides over every performance.

Designed specifically for audiophiles, this SACD Hybrid Multichannel disc offers pristine sound quality and a spacious, natural recording environment. Kaestli’s gentle, melodically enchanting musings are supported by a world-class ensemble, most notably the Brazilian-tinged guitar work of Paul Meyers and the tasteful brushwork of drummer Billy Drummond.

• "Invitation": The title track features an enchanting blend of Kaestli’s voice and Meyers’ intricate guitar accompaniment.
• "Day In Day Out": A standout performance featuring breathy trumpet solos by Kenny Rampton and a rhythmic Brazilian flair.
• "Moonlight In Vermont": Highlighted by a curious, emotive bass riff and fine soloing from Rampton.

Whether you are listening through a high-end multichannel system or standard stereo, Invitation provides a "front row seat" to a performance that is relaxed, rhythmic, and incredibly immersive. This is a must-own for collectors of high-fidelity vocal jazz.