Jazz at Green Room: Stephan Mattner ZOOM

Openness and form - this is how one could outline the music of tenor saxophonist, composer and improviser Stephan Mattner. His characteristic compositions open up a structure to which many musical paths connect, unfolding with great melodic sense, rhythmic variability and the necessary serenity. We are sent on a musical journey in which some realms of the 70's and 80's appear in a new light; associations with Pat Metheny, John Abercrombie emerge to merge in the warm unmistakable sound of his tenor saxophone. The whole thing results in a music that is independent and yet rooted in the great jazz tradition.

Congenial partner here is Philipp van Endert, who repeatedly finds beautiful lines on these open paths, which at times cross with those of the double bass of Sebastian Räther, who offers the entire bass spectrum from supporting ground to funky driving attitude. And Jo Beyer finally forms more than just a highlight with his multi-faceted, colorful and precise drumming.