Michael Orenstein

Debut Album "Aperture" Out Now! Click 'Listen' Tab

 Reviews For Aperture

Michael Orenstein’s debut album as a leader, Aperture (Origin) feels like the affirmation of a promising young talent of piano jazz to come.” - Jazziz Magazine

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“A listen that’s heavily influenced by Herbie Hancock and Billy Childs, Aperture is full of dynamic musicianship that weaves in and out of exceptional jazz textures on this superb first album: 9/10.” - Take Effect Reviews

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“Michael Orenstein enters the realm of jazz recording artists as a fully formed talent, one with a freshly contemporary and logical extension of the piano greats who’ve come before him.” - Something Else Reviews

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“Orenstein worked hard to make his first album sparkle, and it shows. The musical expertise and interplay are first-class, and there is a full measure of pleasing music from start to finish.” - All About Jazz

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“Orenstein has once again shown us his melodic and rhythmic richness, his creativity, his modern language, and throughout the project, his great skill as a composer and arranger.” - Jazz Club de Nit (translated from Catalan)

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“This is top shelf sitting down jazz that moves and grooves with fine style and chops. Classy throughout, this is the tour de force you are always looking for.” - Midwest Record

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“The ‘Giant Steps’ cover and Herbie medley are lovely…just a solid jazz album.” - The Answer Is In The Beat

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“To My Ears, He’s Got Something Special.” - Michael Phillips, DC Jazz Radio

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