If the global corona lockdown of early 2020 paid off, it's a slew of introspective duo and solo albums from both pop and jazz artists. Also the American master pianist Brad Mehldau is usually a beloved team player who has recorded albums in recent years including and , in addition to his own unsurpassed (team) album (2019). But Mehldau also saw all his planned performances disappear in mid-April
… and had to stay home while the world was still and trembled. Naturally, he was soon musing at the piano. Suite: April 2020 is the result of that hushed month, translated into classical piano musings and musical dissections (as only Mehldau can) of pop hits like Don't Let It Bring You Down and New York State Of Mind. A pleasantly moody and melancholic album by a great artist who suddenly had to rely on himself. (MR)more
