Phronesis

The Profile

Phronesis is a contemporary jazz trio featuring bassist Jasper Høiby, pianist Ivo Neame and drummer Anton Eger, formed in 2005.

The DeBaser review covers the album Parallax (described as the group's sixth album), notes it was recorded in one day at Abbey Road Studio, cites a Jazzwise line calling them "the most exciting piano trio since Esbjörn Svensson Trio", and explains that the name Phronesis means "wisdom" in ancient Greek. The review details compositions by Neame, Høiby and Eger and highlights the trio's interplay and stylistic variety.

The available review praises Phronesis' album Parallax for its high musical creativity, ensemble virtuosity and varied influences. The trio's interplay and compositions by Neame, Høiby and Eger are highlighted; some moments are judged as slightly less emotionally unified. Overall the review awards the album a top rating.