After a miraculous triumph over a four year battle with a rare form
of misdiagnosed cancer that had him at death’s door, internationally
renowned pianist/composer Michael Wolff continues to celebrate
his incredible recovery and life on “Memoir,” his first studio
album in four years, set for release August 2, 2024.
In “Memoir” Michael Wolff is with his longtime collaborators bassist
Ben Allison and drummer Allan Mednard, the 11-track collection
is a deeply inspired compilation of new music and fresh interpretations
of some of Wolff’s favorite unreleased original compositions
he decided to revisit. True to its title, “Memoir” is a rhythmically dynamic,
yet simultaneously soulful exploration that showcases the
rich, intricate quality of Wolff’s playing and the musicianship of all
three artists. With over 21 solo albums to his credit, ”Memoir” is one
of Wolff’s most personal and significant records to date. “I wanted
every note and song to resonate emotionally with the listener and
reflect the journey of my experiences. This album conveys a feeling
that’s very personal and thoughtful, but still has great energy,” stated
Wolff.