Jazz Combo Set Series-All for One Eric Alexander £ Straight Up Eric Alexander/Jim Rotondi £ Optimism Steve Davis £ His Lordship David Hazeltine £ Pearls David Hazeltine £ Prevaricator Jim Rotondi.
This exciting up-tempo composition in the bebop tradition features Trumpet and Alto on the melody with the other horns playing accompaniment figures. From Don Sickler's album Night Watch (Uptown UPCD 27.39) this is an excellentshowpiece for a mature and aggressive combo.
From the James Williams CD Alter Ego (Sunnyside 1007) this beautiful arrangement features lush harmonies and a moderate tempo. The recording features a front line of Flute Soprano Sax and Guitar; however a more traditional instrumentation works effectively as well.
Big Band-This arrangement of one of Cedar Walton's best-known compositions was arranged for and performed by the Art Blakey Big Band. It features great rhythmic energy alternating styles between Latin and swing and contrapuntal writingthat gives each section time in the forefront. Includes a flexible solo section.
