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The Surprise of Being -- Live at Birdland by Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Featuring Joe Lovano
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fave it Bebop | Big Band
7 tracks | 67 minutes
Released Jan 2007
on CJO 001
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A fresh approach to big band jazz, featuring one of the greatest soloists in jazz today.
Bio / Background
Under the leadership of musical director Jack Schantz, the Cleveland Jazz Orchestra has evolved from a regional repertory band to an ensemble that lives on the leading edge of the evolution of large ensemble jazz. The Surprise of Being captures the ensemble with special guest artist Joe Lovano in performance at the famous Birdland jazz club in New York City. Joe Lovano, one of the most influential saxophonists of his generation, is a Blue Note recording artist and a Grammy award winner. The bulk of the recording consists of a stunning five-part suite written for Lovano by CJO bassist/composer Dave Morgan. Other musicians featured on the recording include vocalist Judi Silvano, saxophonist Mike Lee, pianist Russ Schmidt, vibist Ron Busch, drummer Nate Douds, and trumpeters Jack Schantz and Jim Powell.
Average Customer Review:
Beautiful!s0l1dsnak3123 wrote on January 10, 2009
A very rich, whole sound with excellent players throughout. A must-listen.