Yotam Silberstein, one of the leading jazz guitarists of his generation, has gained acclaim for a sound rich in bebop and blues as well as musical folklore from South America, North Africa and the Middle East, giving his music an increasingly global thrust.
One year after his acclaimed Standards album, Yotam continues the journey with Standards, Vol.2 recorded during the same prolific session at Samurai Studios (Queens). Featuring, once again, the extraordinary trio:
NEA Jazz Master Billy Hart (drums), jazz legend John Patitucci (bass), and icon George Coleman, who makes a special appearance on one track.
While Yotam Silberstein is primarily known for his original compositions, Standards Vol. 2 is a bold artistic choice where he almost exclusively turns to pieces written by others. The album reimagines classics, highlighting Yotam’s deep connection to lesser knows parts of the American Songbook. Once again, he offers his listeners his unique voice vision of jazz—one that promotes peace, love, and understanding through music. Collaborating with such legendary musicians, he reaffirms his place as one of the most brilliant and inspired guitarists of his generation, and a defining voice in contemporary jazz.

TRACKLISTING

SIDE A
1. Blue Gardenia (Lester Lee and Bob Russell) 6:04
2. Just As Though You Were Here (John Benson Brooks) 4:43
3. Tenor Madness ft. George Coleman (Sonny Rollins) 6:01
4. Answer Me, My Love (Gerhard Winkler) 4:04

SIDE B
1. Bluesville (Sonny Red) 6:54
2. Delilah (Victor Young) 6:11
3. Wrap Your Trouble in Dreams (Harry Barris) 4:58
4. Portrait of Jennie (J. Russel Robinson)4:31

DELUXE VERSION (CD & Digital)

1. Blue Gardenia (Lester Lee and Bob Russell)

2. Just As Though You Were Here (John Benson Brooks)

3. Tenor Madness ft. George Coleman (Sonny Rollins) 

4. Love Thy Neighbour (Harry Revel)

5. Answer Me, My Love (Gerhard Winkler)

6. Bluesville (Sonny Red)

7. Delilah (Victor Young)

8. Portrait of Jennie (J. Russel Robinson)

9. Wrap You Trouble In Dreams (Harry Barris)

10. The Girl Next Door (Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane)
    

CREDITS

Personnel
Yotam Silberstein, Piano
John Patitucci, Bass
Billy Hart, Drums
George Coleman, Tenor Saxophone on Tenor Madness

Produced by Simon Belelty for JOJO RECORDS

Recording Engineer - Andreas K. Meyer
Mixing Engineer - Nancy Conforti
Mastering Engineer - Shane Carroll
Mixing & Mastering at Swan Studios NYC

Cover Art & Design by Dan Balilty