The debut album from two accomplished jazz musicians, Tuesday’s Child begins with a mellow groove that is seductive, intoxicating and easy on the ears. The nine original compositions have laid-back intimacy that emphasize the delicate, haunting qualities of Alyse Korn’s piano and voice along with Robert Kyle’s melodious saxophones and flute.

A native of Miami, Korn played with many of the top salsa and jazz bands there before heading west to get her Master’s degree in performance from CalArts.  A busy pianist on the West Coast’s Latin & Brazilian jazz scene, she’s currently a Doctoral candidate in Jazz Studies at USC’s Thorton School of Music where she’s focusing on music education, technology and composition.

Widely known for his rich warm sound and passion that he brings to any musical encounter, Robert Kyle has played with a long list of big names in jazz and contemporary music. Produced by Kyle, Tuesday’s Child is gentle and reflective in character, making a statement that is honest and uncompromising.

Korn’s three compositions, “Gratitude,” “Distance Between Us” and “Winter” create depth of feeling by tapping into the heart’s spirit for emotional content and ephemeral resonance.  The six pieces written by Kyle also make memorable statements, economically conveying their vision without straying too far from their points. “What If,” “Your Light” and “Tuesday’s Child” are appetizing fare that delivers exactly the right portions to your musical plate.

As the set progresses, “Blue Jack” enlists the soulful, yet restrained, bass notes of Ahmet Turkmenoglu and finger snaps by Howard and Phyllis Silverstein. Also an accomplished percussionist, Kyle tracks in some guiro on the Latinesque “Vivian’s Danzón” that also features Hussain Jiffry on bass. Closing with “Ruby’s Dream,” Leonice Shinneman’s tabla offers understated rhythms that bring a unique color to the group’s scintillating musical canvas. (Joe Ross, Roots Music Report)