14/08/2026
In 1986, New York City was the absolute epicenter of a radical, genre-blurring explosion in experimental jazz. Irène Schweizer was there soaking up this raw energy and she brought it home to a captivated audience in Zurich. This recording captures a New York long since gone, allowing us to travel back to a city full of contrasts … make some time for this today.
IRÈNE SCHWEIZER PIANO SOLO
Prelude to a Kiss and More
Irène Schweizer: Piano
Recorded live on February 1, 1986, at Volkshaus Zürich.
Cover art: Rosina Kuhn
Graphic design: Paul Bieri
Liner notes: Patrik Landolt
Photo: Gertrud Vogler
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Friends of Irène Schweizer Intakt Rec SRF
Intakt Recording 456 / 2026
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