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Dave Sumner says, "This straight-ahead goodness of Mareike Wiening lands in that sweet spot where colorful, ruminative music kindles plenty of warmth—and the occasional burst of intense heat."

Fred Kaplan says, "the variety, depth, harmonic layers, and rhythmic complexity are extraordinary."

Phil Freeman says, "Weining goes for mood and atmosphere more often than hard-driving rhythms; like Max Roach."

Check out this list of playlists featuring tracks from Mareike's new album.

For your Friday listening pleasure.

Listen to an exclusive premiere of the track, "An Idea Is Unpredictable."

Mareike plays Munich and Mannheim with her European ensemble.

The title track is a ballad feature for saxophonist Rich Perry written by Wiening with his soulful sound in mind.

Mark Corroto calls the album, "an impressive sophomore effort from this bright talent."

Seth Colter Walls says, "Few composers have broader stylistic reach. But on a new album, “A Prayer for Lester Bowie,” he makes it all cohere."

Dave Sumner says, "Sanford’s ensemble moves with a subtle grace and unerring bounce in its step."

Check out the second single, "El Escorial."