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Dan McMillion Jazz Orchestra: Give It One
by Jim Santella
Soaring high above his powerful big band, trumpeter Dan McMillion thrills his audience with contemporary action and a hard-hitting wallop. His title track, a burner written by Maynard Ferguson with Alan Downey, drives the band exuberantly in a fit of passion. The band puts goose bumps on your arms and sets your feet and hands in ...
Dottie Grossman & Michael Vlatkovich: Call And Response
by Jim Santella
Dottie Grossman calls out gently with 35 original poems, and Michael Vlatkovich responds quaintly with trombone language. Together, they form a unified body of work that proves interesting and creative. Grossman reads her poetry in a subdued manner, giving each stanza the same emphasis. They're brief pieces of literature that are designed to spur the creative ...
Sylvain Luc: Ambre
by Jim Santella
The pure sound of an acoustic guitar runs through most forms of music around the world and through time. Civilization's earliest music makers applied the same natural techniques to interpret melodies and to portray desired moods. You can find guitar lovers applying their intimate technique today just about anywhere in the world. Sylvain Luc ...
Hugh Ragin: Revelation
by Jim Santella
With his virtuosic quartet in a session of his own compositions, trumpeter Hugh Ragin retains the tradition of jazz history while forging ahead in an avant-garde direction. The quartet lays down a heavy, walking bass foundation and a constant, surrounding, drum texture over which trumpet and tenor saxophone explore. Ragin's trumpet tone employs an edge that ...
Buyu Ambroise: Blues in Red
by Jim Santella
Combining soulful blues with traditional Haitian music, saxophonist Alix “Buyu" Ambroise creates a session filled with heartfelt spirit and founded on lively Latin rhythms. The program moves smoothly through lyrical melodies and mournful airs. Hence, his Latin jazz program folds in the best of both worlds. Ambroise's soulful saxophone lead replaces the chant of ...
An Evening with Jack Sheldon
by Jim Santella
Jack Sheldon and Friends Founders Hall Orange County Performing Arts Center Costa Mesa, California November 13, 2004 Punctual, in his usual good spirits, and sounding better than ever, Jack Sheldon gave his Southern California audience a night to remember. Based in Bebop, coated with California Cool, and ...
Geri Allen: The Life of a Song
by Jim Santella
Geri Allen's piano trio gives her plenty of room to navigate. With her first recording in six years, she's captivating and adventuresome in her approach. Allen, bassist Dave Holland and drummer Jack DeJohnette forge their reunion with broad strokes and sprightly melodies. A constant motion gives the session life. While the pianist's eight original compositions give ...
Coltrane's A Love Supreme: Live in Amsterdam
by Jim Santella
Branford Marsalis Quartet Coltrane's A Love Supreme: Live in Amsterdam Marsalis Music 2004 Branford Marsalis' extended performance of “A Love Supreme" provides his audience with 49 minutes of continuous improvisation. Memorable to all dedicated jazz listeners, John Coltrane's repeated theme occupies the quartet's focus throughout this heartfelt celebration. ...
Wayne Shorter: Footprints: The Life And Music Of Wayne Shorter
by Jim Santella
Outlining a significant portion of Wayne Shorter's recording career, this two-CD compilation traces the development of an artist who has left his footprint on modern jazz. Younger jazz artists from all facets of this creative field can't help being influenced by his exciting music. Dramatic tension and a relaxed swing give Shorter's performances a lasting appeal.
Richie Hart: Blues In The Alley
by Jim Santella
Richie Hart leads a stellar band that captures the classic guitar/organ combo sound accurately with a swinging groove. His original compositions ensure that jazz and blues will find a comfortable seat every time his unit takes the stage. With his trio, Hart interprets “Sandu" in a classic repose. His guitar brings back the song's ...
