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Mark Adler: Marilyn Hotchkiss
ByVocalists interpret specific scenes for the film, while much of the music comes from familiar big band territory. Dan Higgins performs a swinging "Begin the Beguine with big band. Royal Crown Revue swings with a cool "Zip Gun Bop that brings joyous elation to a particular film scene, while ballads such as "Bella Luna, "Ciribiribin and "Over the Rainbow are employed for romantic purposes.
From an original 1947 recording, Louis Armstrong is featured with "On the Sunny Side of the Street, singing and playing a hot trumpet with his small all-star ensemble. Talk about convincing... He sure does bring in a touch of class to the film's score.
Several dances are represented. Cha cha, tango and several others bring an enjoyable theme to the film's soundtrack, which offers something for everyone. Cherry Poppin' Daddies contribute "Dr. Bones, which sets the joint a-jumpin' for a livelier scene. Trombonist Charlie Loper interprets "I'm Getting Sentimental Over You in the true Tommy Dorsey tradition.
Interspersed throughout the score are sensitive mood pieces that relate to the film's love story and its main characters. The combination of ballroom dance swing and lyrical jazz makes for a refreshing experience. The goose bumps may come and go, but the music lasts forever.
Track Listing
Frank Cries; Somewhere Over the Rainbow; Zip Gun Bop; Bella Luna; Cha Cha Charlie; Ciribiribin; Joyous Shades of Brilliant Magenta / Hey Bread Man; Begin the Beguine; Steve
Personnel
Mark Adler: conductor, piano; Michael A. Lang: piano; Gregg Field: percussion; Peter Maunu: guitar; Bill Reichenbach, Andy Martin, Charlie Loper, Bruce Fowler: trombone; Malcolm McNab, Warren H. Luening, John Fumo, Dennis Farias, Wayne Bergeron: trumpet; James W. Thatcher, Kristy Morrell, Steven Becknell: French horn; Michael R. O
Album information
Title: Marilyn Hotchkiss | Year Released: 2006 | Record Label: Milan Records