Oliver Pospiech

Oliver Pospiech's Small Big Band: Cool Blue

by Jack Bowers
July 1, 1998

Pospiech's band may be small in size (the core group is actually an octet) but not in artistry or charisma. For his debut as leader the German-born valve trombonist, who cites Rob McConnell and Bob Brookmeyer among his influences (and sounds almost like them), has chosen his sidemen and his music with great care. The rhythm section is first-class with the versatile American drummer Jeff Hamilton cooking alongside bassist John Goldsby (best known for his work with the WDR Big ...