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Rob McConnell: Tentet
ByThe saxophonists are the most prominent soloists. Altoist P.J. Perry somehow sounds modern without deriving from Charlie Parker. (There is a hint of Ornette Coleman in some of his jagged, bluesy lines.) He is a refreshing and quick-witted player. Of the tenors Alex Dean leans toward a Joe Henderson muscularity while Mike Murley prefers more ethereal lines in the area of Warne Marsh. There is a three-way saxophone free-for-all on the bop classic "Two Bass Hit," a flagwaver unmercifully driven by drummer Terry Clarke.
With its unison lines "Everything I Love" evokes a jazz combo. Never one to hog solo space in his own bands McConnell is tellingly featured on the piece.
Pianist Dave Restivo is particularly attuned to the fill-in-the-blanks requirements of band piano. He effectively assimilates his own personality into the musicality of this lovely band.
Track Listing
Old Devil Moon, Speak Low, Two Bass Hit, Everything I Love, Con Alma, Maybe September, Theme For Jobim, Ian Leaps Out, Manha de Carnaval, Lush Life, These Are The Things I Love
Personnel
Rob McConnell
tromboneRob McConnell, trombone, producer; P.J. Perry, alto sax; Mike Murley, Alex Dean, tenor sax; Steve McDade, trumpet; Guido Basso, flugelhorn; Terry Promane, trombone; Steve Wallace, bass; Terry Clarke, drums; Dave Restivo, piano
Album information
Title: Rob McConnell Tentet | Year Released: 2000 | Record Label: Justin Time Records
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