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Mike Arroyo: My Jazzy Mood
ByArroyo prefers a gentle touch and a fluid technique that allows him to enunciate melodies simply and plainly. Electric bass, drums, a distant piano and catch-all congas complement the sound. Solo work comes from piano, tenor saxophone, vibraphone, and Arroyo's guitar, which he uses to emphasize straightforward melodies.
Pianist Jason Lindner brings a heartfelt gospel solo to "Mira a Cielo, which Arroyo uses to explore the improvisatory qualities of jazz. He, Lindner, bassist John Benitez and drummer Gene Jackson light sparks in the night through their extensive soloing on this selection, which is one of the album's high points.
Arroyo's slow and meaningful portrayal of "What a Friend I Have in Jesus presents a mellow homage, while "Perfect Mood flows with down-home charm. Milly Laracuent's vocal interpretation of "Florecitas stands out for its genuine sensuality. While the guitarist's session pays homage to the Holy Spirit, its emotional impact cools somewhat through interpretation. Arroyo's smooth jazz allows for beautiful melodic translations, but leaves some of the true feeling on the outside.
Track Listing
Florecitas; Bridge Over Troubled Water; Initial Flight; Vine a Adorar; Mira al Cielo; Oh Que Amigo es Cristo; Perfect Mood; Florecitas.
Personnel
Mike Arroyo
guitar, electricMike Arroyo: guitar; John Benitez: bass; Alon Yavnai, Jason Lindner: piano; Manuel Valera: keyboard; Steve Hass, Gene Jackson: drums; Richie Flores: congas; Christos Rafalidez: vibraphone; Dominic Lali: tenor saxophone; Milly Laracuent: vocal.
Album information
Title: My Jazzy Mood | Year Released: 2006 | Record Label: Self Produced
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About Mike Arroyo
Instrument: Guitar, electric
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