Few classically trained jazz pianists have ever started their musical career in a heavy metal band. Fortunately, Generations omits this genre, but still provides a clear insight into van Bavel's versatility. The New Orleans funk of his arrangement of St. Louis Blues echoes the powerful playing of Ramsey Lewis. On Tuz & Biber, which means as much as 'salt and pepper' in Turkish, Bavel's dexterity
… shines in an uptempo piano solo. Selamat Melan, apparently inspired by Indonesia, has little to do with that country in terms of sound. After a Dave Grusin-like bet, the combo continues to play modestly. Thanks For Waiting, initially intended for solo piano, comes with a cheerful big band arrangement. On the well-known On The Sunny Side Of The Street, Martijn van Iterson parades with a warm, captivating guitar solo. Blues For CCC consists of a fat portion of energetic bebop with leading roles for trumpet player Rik Mol and tenor saxophonist Joris Roelofs. Together in a duet with his son Sebastiaan, van Bavel shows their shared love for Dr. John turn out. (AD)more