Ted Howe: Elton Exposed
Howe explores each melody with finesse. Partnering with acoustic bass and drums, he settles in comfortably with each lingering melody. The session runs smooth and gentle, with emotions in check and creative fires burning on low heat. Two tracks which add Latin percussion to the formula sizzle with more intensity than the rest. Howe likes to build his phrases and let them diminish in caressing waves that rise and fall with subtle emotion.
John Patitucci's soulful solo lines weave among Howe's swirling piano melodies, creating a pleasant affair. Life is simple. There are no problems to consider. Just enjoy the music without regrets. After all, Elton John's songs do deal with our emotions in a relaxed manner. It's all about reflection and finding answers to our problems.
Track Listing
Philadelphia Freedom; Benny and the Jets; All the Girls Love Alice; Border Song; Blue Eyes; Circle of Life; Carla Etude; Ego; Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word; Your Song.
Personnel
Ted Howe: piano; John Patitucci: bass; Joe La Barbera: drums; Jerry Fields: timbales (3,6); Luis Gonzalez: congas (3,6).
Album information
Title: Elton Exposed | Year Released: 2005 | Record Label: Summit Records