Clay Giberson - Minga Minga (2015)

An innovative voice in the Pacific Northwest's contemporary jazz scene, Portland pianist and composer Clay Giberson has set himself apart through his solo recordings and with his modern jazz group, the Upper Left Trio. For "Minga Minga," the birth of his daughter inspired Clay to record solo piano everyday for two weeks, assembling a collection of improvisations that reflect the many feelings of the times, and serve as a gift to his new child. "...a distinct voice, huge chops, and compositional intelligence of rare capability." - Audiophile Audition