Jazz Articles about Stanford University

Stanford University Jazz Orchestra: 1998-99

by Jack Bowers
May 1, 1999

This is, to my knowledge, the first recording by the Stanford University Jazz Orchestra. Methinks they should do this more often. Guest Louie Bellson, who appears on two selections, showers praise on director Fred Berry and his youthful ensemble, and the compliments are well–deserved. While the number of first–class college bands is steadily increasing, there’s always room for one more, and Stanford proves beyond any doubt on this superlative album that it deserves a place near the top rung of ...