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The New York Hardbop Quintet: A Whisper Away

by Glenn Astarita
March 1, 1999

Finesse and class is what The New York Hard bop Quintet’s “A Whisper Away” brings to the table. Fine credentials and varied backgrounds provide the synergy, which makes for a winning combination. Here, the formula lies within the Jazz Messenger-Brown/Roach school of Hard-Bop. Legendary recording engineer Rudy Van Gelder wields his magic wan and adds his branded touch of expertise which makes for a clean and crisp aural experience. Tracks such as pianist Keith Saunder’s “99” come right at ya, ...