Claire Martin – Almost in Your Arms (CD)

On her new album, ‘Almost in Your Arms’, Claire returns to a previous successful formula: her highly experienced Swedish trio of pianist, Martin Sjöstedt, double bass player, Niklas Fernqvist and drummer, Daniel Fredriksson accompanied by several superlative guest musicians. The songs Claire has chosen for the trio indicate her wide-ranging interest and knowledge in the many sub-genre areas of popular music and jazz. Claire’s innate enthusiasm for fresh stimulus and intriguing contrasts was invested in assembling a selection of material which she, with the assistance of James McMillan, found strong personal resonance with.

1        I Feel A Song Coming On    3:27

2        This One's From The Hear    4:49

3        Almost In Your Arms    3:27

4        Apparently, I'm Fine    2:35

5        Bitter With The Sweet    3:12

6        The Art Teacher    4:17

7        Train In The Desert    3:57

8        This House Is Empty Now    4:51

9            Water & Salt    3:25

10       September Song    3:20

11            Do You Ever Wonder?    4:43