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Stringency

Universe of AMP are the Swiss twin brothers pianist Michael and drummer Florian Arbenz, in a 7 piece group mixing modern jazz with an active string section.

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Personnel:

Michael Arbenz-piano

Florian Arbenz-drums

Thomas Lahns-bass

Susanna Andres-violin

Nina Candik-violin

Christian Vandersee-viola

Stephanie Meyer-cello

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UPC: 4260005960235

Label: Meta Records
Catalog ID: Meta 023
Squidco Product Code: 11270

Format: CD
Condition: New
Released: 2003
Country: Germany
Packaging: Jewel Tray
Recorded in Basel, January 2-10, 2003 by Malgorzata Albinska-Frank.

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Universe of AMP are the Swiss twin brothers pianist Michael and drummer Florian Arbenz, in a 7 piece group mixing modern jazz with an active string section. The group has worked with Greg Osby, Marc Johnson, Glenn Ferris, Kirk Lightsey, &c.

Track Listing:

1. Still In Evolution 14:59

2. En Tres Y Dos 10:58

3. To You 8:52

4. Parts 7:47

5. Nyogen 9:15

6. Pararrango 9:39

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