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Stefano di Battista: Parker's Mood
Parker's Mood is saxophonist Stefano di Battista's tribute to Charlie Parker and, as such, features ten tracks either composed by or associated with Parker. It may be said that the disc is the aural equivalent of comfort food—it offers dependable pleasures on days when nerves are rubbed raw.
Aided by the estimable Kenny Barron on piano, di Battista lights into these chestnuts with a crisp, wide-awake attack. After the caffeinated rush of the aforementioned "Salt Peanuts," di Battista delicately orbits around the lovely core of "Embraceable You." These tracks remain close to Parker's original versions and achieve clarity of purpose through their straight-ahead approach.
There is a refreshingly reverent aura about the album. Di Battista and his band mates honestly approach the material to honor Parker rather than use him as a totem they can alter into unrecognizable shapes in order to explore their own egos. Parker's Mood is made with deep regard for its inspiration, and those good intentions have resulted in a highly entertaining album.
Track Listing
1. Salt Peanuts; 2. Embraceable You; 3. Night In Tunisia; 4. Parker's Mood; 5. Confirmation; 6. Donna Lee; 7. Laura; 8. Hot House; 9. Congo Blues; 10. 'Round Midnight.
Personnel
Stefano di Battista
saxophoneStefano Di Battista - soprano and alto saxophone; Flavio Boltro - trumpet; Kenny Barron - piano; Rosario Bonaccorso - bass; Herlin Riley - drums.
Album information
Title: Parker's Mood | Year Released: 2005 | Record Label: Blue Note Records
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