The Empress - Square One (2025) [Official Digital Download 24/96]

Award-winning jazz artist Pureum Jin brings together a group of up and rising female saxophonists and NYC’;s most
sought-after rhythm trio for a full steam of straight-ahead jazz filled with sparkling saxophone ensemble through her
new group The Empress. With Pureum herself as the leader, the group features Grammy-winning artist Lauren
Sevian, rising star Erena Terakubo, and versatile saxophonist Chelsea Baratz, as the saxophone quartet is supported by Steve Ash (piano), Joey Ranieri (bass), and Pete Van Nostrand (drums). The Empress presents jazz
classic standards and original tunes written and arranged by legendary Germany-based baritone saxophonist Michael Lutzeier and arrangement / rearrangements by Pureum Jin. The group’s debut album, Square One,
showcases the driving force and the movement of women in jazz as well as Asian musicians in jazz scene that has developed tremendously in the recent years, and promises to captivate listeners with its rich harmonies and innovative sound throughout the album.

TRACKLIST

1. The Empress - Instant Composure
2. The Empress - But Not For Me
3. The Empress - Caravan
4. The Empress - Everything Happens To Me
5. The Empress - Bolivia
6. The Empress - Stablemates
7. The Empress - Mr. Syms
8. The Empress - Nica's Dream
9. The Empress - Milestones
10. The Empress - Reminiscing
11. The Empress - Yearnin'



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