On the album "Once Around The Room," prominent jazz musicians from different generations, all signed to ECM, come together in a small ensemble to pay impressive tribute to the musical legacy of legendary drummer Paul Motian. Led by Joe Lovano and Jakob Bro, the seven-piece ensemble presents spirited original compositions that reflect the distinctive stylistic elements and characteristics that shaped Motian's six decades as a drummer. Lovano had a close, long-standing collaboration with Motian, particularly in the renowned trio with Bill Frisell, which released three albums on ECM. In contrast, Jakob Bro debuted with ECM as a contributor on Motian's 2006 album "Garden of Eden". The current project combines compositions by Joe and Jakob, complemented by a collective improvisation and Motian's own piece "Drum Music", which are further developed and interwoven by the experienced musicians Larry Grenadier, Thomas Morgan and Anders Christensen on bass, and drummers Joey Baron and Jorge Rossy.
