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David Hazeltine-George Mraz Trio: Manhattan
ByThe influence of Bill Evans is apparent in Hazeltine's approach to Dave Brubeck's "In Your Own Sweet Way, with Mraz's intricate bass line and Drummond's finesse on the brushes fueling the pianist's solo, though he leaves plenty of room in the spotlight for his partners. The opening rhythm of "Alone Together suggests that "A Night in Tunisia is about to get underway, though with the leader's entrance, they detour into a breezy, swinging performance. Cole Porter's "So in Love is taken at a medium waltz meter, showcasing Mraz extensively. Hazeltine penned the lovely ballad "Don't Walk Away, arranged as an easygoing samba.
The intimate sound of this well-engineered Super Audio hybrid CD helps one to hear the nuances of the session. This rewarding release is best appreciated in a quiet room with one's full attention.
Track Listing
In Your Own Sweet Way; Imagination; Out of This World; Theme for Ernie; Cinema Paradiso; Alone Together; Detour Ahead; Don
Personnel
David Hazeltine
pianoDavid Hazeltine: piano; George Mraz: bass; Billy Drummond: drums.
Album information
Title: Manhattan | Year Released: 2006 | Record Label: Chesky Records
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