On their sophomore release, Conceptions, the Geoffrey Dean Quartet delivers a compelling collection of original compositions that showcase the ensemble’s cohesive interplay and individual artistry. Pianist Geoffrey Dean leads the group with finesse, offering compositions that range from introspective ballads to dynamic, rhythmically complex pieces. Trumpeter Justin Copeland’s lyrical phrasing complements Dean’s piano work, while […]
On their sophomore release, Conceptions, the Geoffrey Dean Quartet delivers a compelling collection of original compositions that showcase the ensemble’s cohesive interplay and individual artistry. Pianist Geoffrey Dean leads the group with finesse, offering compositions that range from introspective ballads to dynamic, rhythmically complex pieces. Trumpeter Justin Copeland’s lyrical phrasing complements Dean’s piano work, while bassist Harish Raghavan and drummer Eric Binder provide a solid and responsive rhythm section. The album reflects the quartet’s deep musical rapport, honed through years of collaboration since their doctoral studies at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana. The production attests to the group’s evolution, blending contemporary harmonies and varied rhythmic textures with outstanding results
