Max Marsillo

Kate Hamann: Momentary Beauty

by Hrayr Attarian
December 11, 2022

Up-and-coming trumpeter and vocalist Kate Hamann showcases the full breadth of her talents on her full-length debut, the captivating Momentary Beauty. In addition to deftly leading her band, playing her horns, and singing, Hamann penned all the music that comprises the album. The laid back cadence of the rhythm section, Hamann's own incandescent tones, and saxophonist Jason Arkins' occasional lyrical interjections create the cozy ambience of a languid summer evening. For instance, “Daydream" opens with guitarist Diego Melgar's ...