Always seeking new musical adventures, alto Saxophoneophonist Angelika Niescier (winner of the prestigious Albert Mangelsdorff Prize, and recently the WDR Jazz Prize 2023) is one of the most distinguished voices on the European jazz scene. Continuously, she has established close ties with some of the most significant and distinctive figures of the American jazz scene. Together with renowned cellist Tomeka Reid and acclaimed drummer Savannah Harris, three technically accomplished instrumentalists with sparkling temperament, drive and a joy for experimentation are united and together they let the complexity and originality of Niescier‘s compositions shine on Beyond Dragons. This is a trio that explores every possible aspect of interplay, at times transparent in chamber music, at other times dense and boisterous, and always with captivating intensity. “This is an ensemble with a cohesiveness and empathy, and is an object lesson in the notion that collectivity need in no way blunt the radical individualism of participants”, writes Alexander Hawkins in the liner notes.

Cover art and graphic design: Jonas Schoder
Liner notes: Alexander Hawkins
Photos: Michael Jackson

All compositions by Angelika Niescier. Recorded March 17, 2023, at Kingsize Sound Labs, Chicago, by John Abbey. Mixed March 24, 2023, at Kingsize Sound Labs, Chicago, by John Abbey. Mastered in June 2023 at Hardstudios, Winterthur, by Michael Brändli. Cover art and graphic design: Jonas Schoder. Liner notes: Alexander Hawkins. Photos: Michael Jackson. Produced by Angelika Niescier and Intakt Records. Published by Intakt Records.