Yotam Silberstein
‘Future
Memories’
Jazz&People
Since landing in New
York in 2005, Yotam Silberstein has been enlisted by top artists like The Heath
Brothers, James Moody, Roy Hargrove, and many others. Rochester jazz festival
attendees have heard his wonderful solos and sensitive coloration supporting
Tessa Souter. On “Future Memories,” his sixth album as a leader, the
Israeli-born guitarist explores his affinity for the music of South America.
The cross-cultural journey is superb from start to finish.
Along with top
bassist John Patitucci, the album features
Brazilian Vitor Gonçalves on keyboards, accordion and percussion. Keyboardist
Glenn Zaleski, drummer Daniel Dor, and synthesizer player André Mehmari also
contribute. The supporting players are important because, although
Silberstein’s superb technique stands out, his equally
noteworthy arrangements showcase all the players. The album includes three
covers by top Latin American composers, but the gorgeous, dream-like
compositions of Silberstein are perhaps most salient.
This article appears in Apr 24-30, 2019.
