Lifespan is the debut album by Canadian jazz pianist Kris Davis, which was recorded in 2003 and released on the Spanish Fresh Sound New Talent label.
[1] The All About Jazz review by John Kelman states "Davis has a writing style that has already, at this early stage, developed into a unique sound.
Her material would fit comfortably within an ECM context; while there is intensity to be found, the overall approach is more inward-looking.
"[4] Reviewing for The Village Voice in September 2004, Tom Hull said of the album, "Piano trio plus three horns do her bidding without clutter or show.
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