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The Cincinnati-based Blue Wisp Big Band celebrated their 20th anniversary in 2000 with this CD. The band's music is conventional, swings hard, and has tight ensembles. Although few of the sidemen (except trumpeter Brad Goode and the leader, drummer John Von Ohlen) are known outside of the Midwest, they are excellent musicians and do a fine job of interpreting these swinging arrangements. In addition to three originals, the band plays nine songs, most of which are rarely played in a big band format. Fans of modern, swinging big bands will enjoy checking out the Blue Wisp Big Band, who previously recorded five albums (four of which are available on Sea Breeze). ~ Scott Yanow
The Blue Wisp Big Band includes: Mike Andres (saxophone, flute); Jeff Folkens, Kevin Moore (trumpet); Paul Piller, Clarence Pawn, Jim Pelz (trombone); Steve Schmdt (piano); mike Sharfe (bass); John Von Ohlen (drums).
Recorded at Lausche Studios, Cincinnati, Ohio on September 24 & 25, 2000. Includes liner notes by Larry Dickson.
Personnel: Mike Andres (flute, soprano saxophone, alto saxophone); Jim Sherrick (flute, alto saxophone); Herb Aronoff, Joe Gaudio (clarinet, tenor saxophone); Larry Dickson (baritone saxophone); Al Nori, Jerry Conrad, Jeff Folkens, Brad Goode (trumpet); Clarence Pawn, Paul Piller, Gary Langhorst, Jim Pelz (trombone); Steve Schmidt (piano); John Von Ohlen (drums).
Liner Note Author: Larry Dickson.
Recording information: Lausche Recording Studos, Cincinnati, OH (09/24/2000-09/25/2000).
Arrangers: Al Kiger; Larry Dickson; Matt Harris.
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This is Hybrid Super Audio CD playable on both regular and Super Audio CD players.
Byron Stripling, Scott Wendholt (trumpet, flugelhorn); Michael Davis,
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The Blue Wisp Big Band are a longtime favorite in the Cincinnati club that is their namesake, and they had entertained jazz fans for over two decades by the time of this live recording in 2002. Don't let lack of familiarity with the musicians' names fool you; they are strong players who can solo with the best of them. Their skills as arrangers and composers are also on display. Baritonist Larry Dickson's explosive big-band setting of Dave Brubeck's "Theme from Mr. Broadway" revives a neglected gem by one of jazz's most prolific composers, while he also scored Billy Taylor's delightful Latin-flavored "Capricious," sharing the solo spotlight ...
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