Search - The Guarneri Underground :: Wander This World

This Is No Ordinary Guarneri

06/20/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Vivacious and virtuosic, Guarneri Underground combines unique world rhythms and a variety of musical styles in unprecedented performances in their new release, "Wander This World." Pronounced GWAR-NAY'-REE, the Underground is an exotic mix of violins, congas, drums, electric and flamenco guitars, bass and vocals.From the title cut--a Celtic flamenco tinged jig, to "Liquid Silver," "Monsters," "Pami Music," and "Life is Full of Surprises" there is no end to the musical tastes this album satisfies. Led Zeppelin's mysterious classic, "Kashmir" puts a nostolgic twist on an otherwise original collection of awe-inspiring pieces.Taking their name from the brilliant eccentric Giuseppe Guarneri,a manic 18th-century violinmaker rivaled only by the more conservative Stradivarius, the violin lies at the heart and soul of Guarneri Underground. Determined to illustrate the violin's diversity beyond its classical persona, Jeffrey Sick has the ability to lead the Guarneri Underground into the musical roots of African High Life,Raga, Celtic, R&B, old school funk, and classic rock.The six member ensemble also includes the dynamic vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Beth Quist; guitarist Eric Jaeger; Mohammad Shaibu on talking drum, djembe, guitar and vocals; TJ Morris on world drum kit and multi-instrumentalist, Mikel Rollins on bass.Each cut on this dynamic release takes the listener on a musical journey around the world. From beginning to end "Wander This World" is a remarkable journey...the only thing better is to see it live!-J. Hansen"