Jesse Cook – Mario Takes a Walk
Not quite jazz because this guitarist fuses tango and latin influences. His playing is quite remarkable. He is a classically trained guitarist. He plays with sensitivity and emotion. The subtle vibratos at the end of his melodic phrase definitely add sophistication. This piece is quite festive and passionate. The vibe of his playing gives the audience an uplifting mood. There seems to be a theme in his piece because there is a certain melody that is played over and over. The theme is not quite played verbatim, but adds a twist by playing in a different key or adding ornaments to create diversity. I find jazz to be somewhat of an improvisation and a place of surreal activity. I sense that quality in his piece, but at the same time, it does not feel that way because the quality is well thought out and executed with precision.
