Ritual

Downbeat

“A maximalist inspired by minimalists, composer David Dominique practices a rowdy, muscular brand of modernism. Picture Charles Mingus staging a hostile takeover of the Sun Ra Arkestra with arrangements by Sonic Youth…Dominique’s band teeters on the fulcrum where discipline crumbles into anarchy…”

Boston Globe

“And at his best, on a piece like ‘The Mulatto Shuffle,’ he can suggest one of his heroes, Charles Mingus, creating counter-themes among his warring horns that gradually rise and merge into one ecstatic shout…Dominique’s humor is worth taking seriously.”

Chattanooga Pulse

“…intricately carved arrangements and compositions that inspire fiery performances from his ensemble…making it both compositional and emotionally complex.”

SomethingElse!Reviews

“packed with energy and unexpected twists…a soundtrack just looking for the right stage production to go along with it.”

Just Outside

“…tightly composed and performed, very well arranged (the band often sounds bigger than it is) with catchy, often boppish melodic lines.”

Jazz Weekly

“The sounds are free and driving, and are always on the verge of teetering over the cliff, but the vehicle spins the wheels fast enough to get you back on the road. A thrilling ride!”