| Two for Two | |
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| Studio album by | |
| Recorded | 2–4 May 2011 |
| Genre | Jazz |
| Length | 59:07 |
| Label | Intakt |
Two for Two is an album by Aki Takase and Han Bennink.
| Two for Two | |
|---|---|
| | |
| Studio album by | |
| Recorded | 2–4 May 2011 |
| Genre | Jazz |
| Length | 59:07 |
| Label | Intakt |
Two for Two is an album by Aki Takase and Han Bennink.
The album was recorded on 2–4 May 2011. [1] The performances are by pianist Aki Takase and drummer Han Bennink. [2] Most of the 16 tracks are credited to Takase as composer. [2]
| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [2] |
| Down Beat | [3] |
Two for Two was released by Intakt Records. [3] The AllMusic reviewer concluded that "The predictably unpredictable results are sure to gratify seasoned modern jazz lovers and dazzle impressionable listeners unfamiliar with this kind of creative exchange". [2] The Down Beat reviewer commented on the humour in some of the playing and wrote that "fans of both musicians will enjoy this solid and cohesive – not to mention delightful – effort". [3]
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