Silent Dreamer by Tobias Meinhart, Ingrid Jensen, Charles Altura, Orlando LeFleming, Phil Donkin, Jesse Simpson

feat. Ingrid Jensen, Charles Altura, Yago Vazquez, Phil Donkin, Orlando LeFleming, Jesse Simpson & Justin Carroll

"One of the best CDs I’ve heard this year!" – Ron Netsky, Rochester City Newspaper

Silent Dreamer, originally released in 2017, explores a darker, more introspective soundscape, blending melodic modern jazz with influences from alternative and popular music. Using a rich palette of lumbering straight 8th grooves, synthesizers, effects pedals, Rhodes, and electric bass, Tobias Meinhart crafts a sonic world that balances ethereal daydreams with haunting nightmares.

Praised for its adventurous compositions and bold tenor style, Silent Dreamer captures the essence of the unconscious imagination, evoking vivid imagery and emotional depth. With a cinematic quality that pushes the boundaries of jazz into rock-fusion territory, this album is an evocative journey that is both cathartic and captivating.

Not only a commanding saxophonist, but also a keen composer.
– John Murph, Downbeat Magazine

An obviously talented saxophonist with a gift for writing as well as playing. ★★★★
– Edward Blanco, All About Jazz

Tracklist

1.	Fighting Your Fears	5:38

2.	Letter of Intent	4:54

3.	Silent Dreamer	5:52

4.	Mariana's Dream	5:49

5.	Can't Say Enough	1:44

6.	Equality	6:08

7.	Ghost Gardens	6:54

8.	Purple Space	4:40

9.	Simple Beauty	6:11

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Credits

released February 22, 2025

Personnel:
Tobias Meinhart – Tenorsax & EWI
Ingrid Jensen – Trumpet & Effects
Charles Altura – Guitar
Yago Vazquez – Piano, Rhodes
Orlando LeFleming – Bass (on 2, 3, 4)
Phil Donkin – Bass (on 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9)
Jesse Simpson – Drums
Justin Carroll – Synthesizer (on 1, 7)

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