An adventurous live radio broadcast in the the classic piano trio format, with select compositions, original arrangements, and improvised explorations that offer a fresh glimpse into the rich legacy of Herbie Nichols and his magnificent music.
Personnel
Jimmy Bennington (drummer/ bandleader)
Michael Bisio (bassist)
David Haney (pianist)
Tracks
1. Old 52nd St. Rag
2. Another Friend
3. Ina
4. Prancin' Pretty Woman
5. Twelve Bars 6. House Party Starting
All compositions by Herbie Nichols, RoswellMusic/ BMI Arrangements by J. Bennington
Recorded February 19, 2005, Live for KEXP, Sonarchy Radio, Seattle, W.A. Recording Engineer: Doug Haire at Jackstraw Productions
Other releases from ThatSwan! Records
Our Dialogue; Live at the Tugboat vol. V-
duo with Jimmy Bennington/ David Haney, TSR 1003 (2004)
Jazz Kaleidoscope; Live at On the House
solo drums featuring Jimmy Bennington, TSR 1004 (2005)
Portraits and Silhouettes
duo, Jimmy Bennington and legendary trombonist Julian Priester, TSR 1005 (2007)
Honorable Mention from AllAboutJazz- New York's Best Recordings of 2007.
To Be Released
Jimmy's; live in New York City
Jimmy Bennington Trio with Free Jazz Great Perry Robinson and master bassist Ed Schuller TSR 1007
Blue Veils and Bright Stars
Jimmy Bennington Trio with legendary trombonist Julian Priester and bassist Paul Blaney of the NOW Orchestra TSR 1008
For more information contact All About Jazz.
