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Nguyên Lê
Tales From Viêt-nam

VÖ: 01.11.1997

Genre: World Jazz

No longer available

ACT 9225-2, 614427922526

Nguyên Lê – el., ac. & fretless guitars, guitar-synth., programming
Huong Thanh – vocals
Hao Nhien – zither, dan bau, sao flute, sapek clappers
Paolo Fresu – trumpet, fluegelhorn
Simon Spang Hansen – saxophones, concert, bass & african flute
Michel Benita – acoustic bass
François Verly – percussions, marimba, keyboards, piano
Joël Allouche – drums
Steve Argüelles – drums, percussions

Special Guests:
Trilok Gurtu – drums, percussions
Thai An – moon lute

Recorded and mixed by Hervè Le Guil at Gimmick Studios, France, October and November 1995
except #5 and 8 by Walter Quintus at NDR Studio One, Hamburg
Overdubs: Valérie Abrial, Pierre Bengon-Lours, Stéphane Luginbuhl, Nguyên Lê
Mastered by Radu Marinescu at Liquid Gold
Produced by Nguyên Lê

"A captivating symbiosis of ethno-sounds and refreshing jazz dynamics" - (MAX)

Nguyên Lê

The Paris-born son of Vietnamese immigrants is an outstanding guitarist and composer who has made a name for himself with his innovative fusion of jazz and traditional Vietnamese music. His music seamlessly blends Western jazz harmonies with Eastern melodies and rhythms, resulting in his unique, global sound. Lê has collaborated with many artists and released numerous albums that showcase his versatility and ability for musical fusion. As an innovator in the field of world music and jazz, he has received several awards and is a sought-after musician on international stages. Nguyên Lê's artistic work is known for its depth, complexity and ability to combine different cultures and musical traditions into a musical whole.