  Multi-instrumentalist
Konstantin Klashtorni asked after the
special feature of the eJazz Artistry series explains:
“There is not much specialty in this series except the
more groovy and probably funky concept. Unlike my
previous albums, in eJazz series I explore new
instruments, playing less saxophone, more guitar and
piano. I tried to make commercial Smooth Jazz, easy to
listen and understand for (specially) US residents, as I
"speak" on albums "their" SJ language using my
background and influence as European.″We Belong Together sounds familiar compared to Konstantin's other releases. Describe it as a slow jam easy listening experience with a catchy melody recited by his most popular instruments, sax and guitar. The rhythm as an important element has its place on Just Fine. Guitar, sax and keyboards are the triumvirate of overwhelming easiness. Konstantin's ability to shift harmonics on the fly finds its expression on the shuffle beat based Love Calls. Fine keyboard sound tapestries combined with celestial piano play are the main elements of this groove oriented tune. You're Mine offers shimmering keyboard chords decorating a repetitive theme. You're Makin' Me High lives from a nice flute opposite to Konstantin's sax inclusion. Never Too Much slows down to a a cozy swaying gear, which is pepped up with some piano runs. Sometimes one cannot accept titles at face value, so with Loose Control. The melody goes comfortably and nothing disturbs the flow. The nature of beauty is one of the most enduring and controversial themes in Western philosophy. Musicians have it easier, because the beauty is in the eye of the beholder or better in the ears of the listener. Konstantin titles his song Beautiful based on the performed harmonies. Need You Now stays in the musical comfort zone. The best at last: To Love You More is not just a love ballad but a meticulous composed sonic highlight. Created undoubtedly on a sunny day. Konstantin Klashtorni has found his musical place of joyfulness in a style between chill out and smooth jazz. EJazz Artistry is another pearl in his jewelry.
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