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Scott Whitfield Jazz Orchestra East: Diamonds for Nat
Howard Johnson opens "Hummin' with a rippin' tuba solo that recalls the down-home feeling that Adderley pumped into his music. Later, Johnson and Dave Schumacher open "Plum Street with an animated baritone saxophone conversation which leads to a big band romp and stomp over foot-tappin' excitement. Scott Whitfield's big band arrangements give the orchestra a warm, blues-based texture. With each selection, he challenges his sections and soloists with coordinated writing that flows seamlessly.
Vincent Herring's alto gives "Work Song and "Jive Samba a passionate interpretation that brings the whole band into focus with a swinging zeal. But when you're working with such classic songs, how can you miss? Whitfield's trombone provides the featured voice on "Roses for Your Pillow, a lovely ballad with a heart-felt message. His velvety smooth melody graces this recommended album with a loving touch that sends out his warmest regards in memory of Nat Adderley.
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Track Listing
Work Song; Hummin
Personnel
Scott Whitfield
tromboneOrchestra: Scott Whitfield: leader, trombone, arranger; Karolina Strassmayer: alto saxophone (9); Dave Pietro: alto saxophone, clarinet; Dan Jordan: tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute; Dave Schumacher: baritone saxophone, bass clarinet; Mike Ponella, Mike Hackett, Bruce Staelens: trumpet, flugelhorn; Pete McGuiness: trombone; Wayne Coniglio: bass trombone; Kenny Ascher: piano; Phil Palombi: bass; Darryl Pellegrini: drums. Guests: Vincent Herring: alto saxophone (1,7), soprano saxophone (2); Marvin Stamm: trumpet (1); Howard Johnson: tuba (2), baritone saxophone (5).
Album information
Title: Diamonds for Nat | Year Released: 2005 | Record Label: Summit Records
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