Jazz Articles about Caleb Chapman

Osmond Chapman Orchestra: There's More Where That Came From

by Richard J Salvucci
July 8, 2021

This slick and swinging pop recording is going to be a big hit with middle-of-the-road ears. As to the inevitable question, “But is this jazz?" you can only shrug—a personal reaction—and give the usual “what is jazz" answer. Whatever it plays, the Osmond Chapman Orchestra is tight and punchy, featuring excellent ensemble work, some very good soloists and energetic singing by David Osmond. This is a kind of stage show production orchestra, and if that is your bag, you will ...