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Artwork: Two of a Kind
ByAllan, a veteran trumpeter whose extensive resume abounds with the names of world-class jazz artists from Europe and America, shares the front line with Wilkins and alto saxophonist Tamara Danielsson. Originally from Seattle, WA, she is married to Per Danielsson, a Swede who came to the U.S. in 1984 to study at the University of North Texas and who is now a professor of jazz piano at the University of Central Florida. Completing the rhythm section are bassist Backenroth, from Karlstad, and drummer Ramsay, a professor at the Royal College of Music in his hometown, Stockholm.
Per Danielsson must have learned his lessons well, as his solos are models of elegance and proficiency. Allan and Wilkins keep pace with impressive statements of their own, while Tamara Danielsson, who solos less often (but is out front all the way on "Wichita Lineman"), makes the most of every opportunity. Good as they are, however, the effervescent charts almost steal the show. Wilkins' themes, which include tributes to Art Blakey ("Artwork") and Wayne Shorter ("Shorter Path"), are bright and engaging, as are those by Riedel, especially the lyrical "Absolution" and sprightly "Tumba Samba." Allan, Wilkins and Per Danielsson master them (and every other tune) as to the manor born, while Backenroth and Ramsay provide impeccable support, making for a session of high-quality jazz performed by blue-chip musicians.
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