Russ Lossing

*2026 stock* Following his recent debut on Songs with Inventions (SONGS002CD), Russ Lossing continues his creative journey with Proximity Alert, a compelling new trio recording. This album exemplifies Lossing’s mastery of spontaneous improvisation within the classic piano-bass-drum format, inviting listeners into a space of sonic exploration and emotional connection. Lossing has long championed the trio for its virtues: spaciousness, flexibility, sonic clarity, and the interplay of three minds. …

*2026 stock* A fully improvised suite of piano solos by master improviser Russ Lossing. Nothing written, nothing preconceived. Pure improvisation. Recorded on his own Steinway grand piano "Lossing recorded it on his own piano, in his living room, at night. The setting enables Lossing to access the mindset necessary to spontaneously conceive and articulate this complex but logically organized music" - Bill Meyer

An essential part of the New York jazz scene since the mid-80s, pianist Russ Lossing's compositions employ concept and space in unique and personal ways, as heard in these 8 original works performed with his trio of long-time collaborators, double bassist Masa Kamaguchi and drummer Billy Mintz, for an album of highly evolved and lyrically sophisticated music.