Erik Friedlander is the foremost jazz cellist in the world today, a consummate artist that Billboard Magazine has lauded as "One of today's most ingenious and forward-thinking musical practitioners." Prowl is Friedlander's fourth CD with his group Topaz, which includes saxophonist Andy Laster and the amazing Takeishi brothers on electric bass and percussion. Prowl features eight original compositions based on vibrant African rhythms, and a haunting version of the traditional "A Closer Walk With Thee."
ARTISTS Erik Friedlander (cello); Andy Laster (alto sax, clarinet); Stomu Takeishi (electric bass); Satoshi Takeishi (percussion)