Perfect Fit by Patrick McAvinue
On Perfect Fit, Patrick McAvinue clearly shows that playing the fiddle is way deeper than playing the right notes in tune or having magnificent bowing and chops under his hands. Music often speaks louder than words, and when this fiddle master does use words, they are well chosen. But it’s Patrick’s versatility, sense of composition and inventiveness that make for a perfect recording.
The compositions trace an emotional parallel track to Patrick’s rise as a preeminent fiddler. His melodies are surrounded by textures and tones played by virtuosos who serve the ensemble sound with elegance and drive. You couldn’t write a more beautiful love song than “The Perfect Fit,” a testament to Patrick’s effort to make his life embrace the love he has to give and his openness to receiving it in return.
Perfect Fit tells stories that connect Patrick to his ancestors and family, while exploring his own heart and artistry. I know I will listen to this recording over and over again, and it won’t be long till I’ll be saying, “I knew him when...” - Cathy Fink, GRAMMY® Award Winner
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For more info and press inquiries, please contact Patrick McAvinue.
Email - patrick@patrickmcavinue.com
Website - https://www.patrickmcavinue.com/
Hometown - Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.A.
Current Residence - Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.A.
This recording is possible thanks to an endless well of inspiration – my family, friends, faith, fellow musicians, and fans. I cherish your love and support.
Tracklist
| 1. | Waltz For Kelly | 3:57 |
| 2. | Voice in Your Ear | 4:20 |
| 3. | The Perfect Fit | 6:01 |
| 4. | Claro Que Si! | 3:41 |
| 5. | Gagging Order | 3:48 |
| 6. | Carriage House | 5:24 |
| 7. | Der Belsnickel | 4:15 |
| 8. | Prayer Under the Pressure of Violent Anguish | 3:38 |
| 9. | Clean of Heart | 2:36 |
| 10. | Mátyás a Margit | 3:13 |
| 11. | Burke House Fever Chills | 3:38 |
| 12. | Ballou | 3:46 |
Credits
All compositions by Patrick McAvinue, McAvinue Music, BMI except:
Gagging Order - Colin Charles Greenwood, Edward John O'Brien, Jonathan Richard Guy Greenwood, Philip James Selway, Thomas Edward Yorke, Warner/Chapel Music Ltd
Carriage House - Patrick McAvinue & Alex Lacquement, McAvinue Music, BMI
Prayer Under the Pressure of Violent Anguish - Public Domain, lyrics by Robert Burns/adapted by Patrick McAvinue, McAvinue Music, BMI
Featuring:
Audie Blaylock, Michael Cleveland, Cris Jacobs, Ethan Jodziewicz, Cody Kilby, Alex Lacquement, Gaven Largent, Sean McComiskey, Aaron McCune, Bob Mummert, Savino Palumbo, Shaun Richardson, Letitia VanSant, Scott Vestal
Production:
Session Dates: May 15-18, 2017, and November 14, 2018
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Scott Vestal at Digital Underground, Greenbrier, TN
Additional recording by David Nachodsky of Invisible Sound Studios Inc., and Mario Palumbo of Omni 1 Productions in Baltimore, MD
Artwork by James Elston · Photos by Russ Carson · Album Design by Robert Hakalski
License
All rights reserved.
Patrick McAvinue is highly regarded in the world of traditional music. He's an International Bluegrass Music Association award-winning artist, known for his technical skill, versatility, and distinctive approach to the fiddle. In addition to his career in the United States Navy Band, he is a founding member of Baltimore, Maryland’s roots quartet Charm City Junction.