From an early age, pianist Addison Frei has been taking the jazz scene by storm, garnering accolades far beyond his years. Audiences are consistently captivated by his musical maturity and honest expression. Intentions, Frei’s debut album as a solo leader, includes energetic original compositions and eclectic arrangements that showcase the depth of his artistry and take the listener on an uplifting ride with unpredictable twists. Intentions includes two ASCAP-award winning compositions: the exhilarating opener, "The Grind", and "Delicate Fog", a melody inspired by the songs of Charles Ives featuring the haunting voice of mezzo-soprano Lauren Harvey. Frei further embraces his classical upbringing with an innovative treatment of Brahms’ 4th Symphony that highlights the relaxed interaction between bassist Perrin Grace and drummer Matt Young. Meanwhile, Frei taps into his pastoral roots with sounds that paint a picture of the plains of Kansas and Texas. From the mysterious unfolding of "Horizon Arisen" to the grand landscape of "Ad Astra per Aspera", natural beauty emerges. Frei reaches inward with intimate solo piano selections including a masterful contemporary interpretation of Billy Strayhorn's "Blood Count". Elsewhere, soprano saxophonist Drew Zaremba playfully delivers "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes" in a rendition that straight-ahead jazz lovers will admire, while vocalist Tahira Clayton contributes a bluesy flair to the lively "Two Step". It is clear that Frei’s intentions are for you to find a home in his musical journey. For more information visit www.addisonfrei.com