H3B

H3B is a collaborative project released in 2010 on the Abalone Productions label, representing a convergence of French and British jazz sensibilities. The album features the combined talents of violinist Régis Huby, trumpeter Tom Arthurs, bassist Sébastien Boisseau, and pianist Denis Badault. The recording emerged from a fertile period in European experimental jazz, capturing the quartet's interest in structured improvisation and intricate, chamber-like arrangements that prioritize subtle sonic textures over traditional swing rhythms.

The album reflects a deliberate aesthetic choice by the musicians to emphasize transparency and space within their compositions. As part of the Abalone catalog, which is known for documenting challenging and highly individualistic jazz, H3B was intended to showcase the interplay between classical-leaning string techniques and modern brass improvisation. Critical reception at the time highlighted the group's ability to balance complex musical theory with a cohesive, emotive narrative, establishing the recording as a refined example of contemporary European jazz.