A rare moment

Some moments are precious not only because we saw them once. This is the magic of the moment, a chance for the listener is in the right place at the right time. What would we say then a concert in three? Cello and piano, a little guitar, a song why not. A paper disc for fans of Dakota Suite but not only.

The scene takes place one evening in November 2009 in a small Italian chapel and there truly is something touching to read Genesis Vallisa. Some would make a sales pitch. Chris Hooson him just convinced: this concert is the most beautiful thing he had ever occurred.

Here, three men are discovering for the first time Chris Hooson (piano, guitar), David Darling (cello) and Quentin Sirjacq (piano). The first publishes records under the name Dakota Suite for over 10 years - an inexhaustible but efficient writing, a praise of slowness and introspection. The second is a living legend for the first 70 years and has a very impressive resume: a solo career with ECM, multiple experiences and film music (Wim Wenders and Jean-Luc Godard, to name only the most relevant). The third is not outdone though much younger - seems an album these days with Broccoli, La Chambre Claire, piano compositions and guests.

Beyond performance, it is above all an encounter that exceeds all expectations. It took some nerve to approach a master like David Darling. There was also a spark, as intriguing is the cast. This will be done in the first room, Very Early One Morning On Old Road. The title itself escapes from chamber music and the rest is almost always to match: as so many moments snatched from loneliness, loss, absence.