Victor Noriega Discography of CDs

Victor Noriega discography "Victor Noriega's second release 'Alay' rises way above most of today's jazz recordings with a unique concept and expert craftsmanship. By introducing Filipino songs into a jazz context, Noriega pushes the jazz envelope and follows tradition at the same time. He is clearly an artist to watch." --Gordon Todd / KBCS Victor Noriega's inventive stylings of selected Filipino songs in his new album, ALAY, pay homage to both the music of Victor's heritage and the American jazz tradition. The result is a uniquely imaginative musical experience. ALAY (meaning offering) fuses the traditional and the modern using a variety of textures and colors. Dahil Sa Iyo (Because of You), a popular Filipino love song, is completely transformed through intricate rhythms and complex harmonies. Kuya (Older Brother), an original composition, captures the personality and character of his late beloved cousin - playful, gregarious, loving and hopeful. Pandangguhan, a traditional rural dance, is re-created in layers of distinct and contrasting musical themes. The Filipino folk song Bahay Kubo (Nipa Hut) goes fully modern in this unconventional interpretation. In Victor's hands, the touching melodies of Maalaala mo kaya? (Do You Remember?) and Saan ka man naroroon (Wherever You Are), both Philippine standards, are joyous and delightful musings. Victor's arrangement of Bayan Ko (My Country) is an almost cinematic, evocative rendering of this song, one of the most cherished in the Philippines. Harana (Serenade) is a composition by Victor's great-uncle, the late Emilio Maraan, composer, award-winning band conductor and a long-time member of the Manila Symphony Orchestra. Interspersed throughout the album are four original interludes inspired by paintings by Lee Anonuevo, Victor's uncle. ALAY is an offering of engaging material, and a wonderful expression of Noriega's bold approach to his music. Victor Noriega - piano :: Willie Blair - bass ...

Victor Noriega songs "Stone's Throw is an impressive debut recording from a pianist and composer of considerable talent. Noriega's tunes crackle with individuality, making it clear that his ambitions reside in innovation not imitation. Introspective at times, energetic and boundary-stretching at others, these tunes seamlessly blend jazz and modern classical influences, expertly rendered by Noriega and his trio. Ranks with the best jazz CDs of the year so far. Victor Noriega is a player to watch." --Gordon ToddJazz Music DirectorKBCS 91. 3 FM/Seattle ------ CD REVIEW: Victor Noriega's Stone's ThrowArticle by Todd Matthews One of my favorite jazz combinations is the piano-bass-drum trio. True, there is nothing quite like a good trumpet player or saxophonist to really make a song soar. But this particular small-group ensemble always seems ...

Victor Noriega CD discography Recording information: Studio Litho, Seattle, WA (09/04/2007/09/05/2007). Personnel: Victor Noriega (piano); Jay "Bird" Thomas (soprano saxophone, trumpet, flugelhorn); Eric Eagle (drums).

Victor Noriega albums Track Listing of songs: Por Un Beso; Como Se Menea; Pega, Pega; Piano, Piano; Prohibida; Oh, Eh, Oh; Vive Bien La Vida; Por Ti; Baile Caliente; Medley: Que Te La Pongo, La Ventanita, Banana, La Bolita;

Victor Noriega CD discography This is an Enhanced audio CD which contains regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Recorded at MM Studio, Terrassa-Barcelona, Spain in September, October & November 1999. Garibaldi: Paty Manterola, Pilar Montenegro, Luis Fernanda, Katia, Javier Ortiz, Charlie, Victor Noriega, Sergio Mayer. Engineers: Sergio Perez, Eduardo Posada, Josep Llado. Additional personnel: Jordi Armengol (acoustic & electric guitars); Juan Antonio Ruiz (Spanish guitar); Matthew Simon, Javier Figuerola, Juan Jose Arrom (horns); Sergio Perez (piano, background vocals); Josep Llado (piano); Rafael Martin (bass, background vocals); Josep Buch (bass); Nan Mercader (percussion); Minerva Perez, Olga Romero (background vocals).