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Rudi Viller

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Rudi Wilfer, a veteran jazz pianist born in 1936 who has been active in Austria for many years, embarked on a journey exploring Bruckners legacy prior to his performance at a 2020 concert at St. Florian Abbey, a site closely associated with the composer. The various discoveries he made thereincluding Bruckners musicprovided Wilfer with a wealth of inspiration, giving rise to an overflowing stream of improvisational music. No two pieces are alike; each is a fresh, timeless creation.This two-disc set includes not only tributes to Bruckner but also jazz standards such as What Now, My Love, as well as works emblematic of Vienna by Kreisler and Brahms, making it a fascinating listen that reveals how Wilfer connects Bruckners music with his own inner world.Naxos Japan