Feebles, Fables and Ferns captures a rare duo session between guitarist Mick Goodrick and pianist Fred Hersch. Recorded in August 1988 at Hersch’s studio in New York, the album provides an intimate display of the superbly matched improvisational skills of two musicians in full flight.
During his career, Goodrick perfected the art of avoiding the spotlight, even when collaborating with artists such as John Surman, Charlie Haden and Gary Burton. He was not prolific as a composer or recording artist, preferring to work behind the scenes, often in educational roles. Yet his innovative approach to improvisation proved influential, with many prominent musicians, among them Julian Lage and Pat Metheny, acknowledging his impact.