Quat
Live At Hasselt
'Quat Live At Hasselt' by Belgian pianist Fred Van Hove and his quartet offers a fascinating exploration of percussive improvisation. Van Hove mixes jazz and contemporary classical influences, while vibraphonist Els Vandeweyer and drummers Paul Lovens and Martin Blume create intricate textures with taps, hisses, and thuds. The album features four improvised tracks where the musicians communicate seamlessly, creating natural rhythmic flurries. Highlights include Vandeweyer's unique use of vibes and the dramatic closing of 'H2,' where only a lone cymbal rings out after a climactic moment.