New Generation Big Band Discography of CDs

New Generation Big Band albums The Artist is THE new big band sensation in the Netherlands! Trendy grooves, funky beats, a sparkling brass section, and marvellous soloists are typical for this young and innovative band. A concert by the Artist always is a real treat. You can book just the band, but the band is also available with guest soloists. In 2008, the Artist will present a programme with Candy Dulfer and Leona, but other (new) combinations are also possible. The band is also available with two DJs who will not only perform with the band, but also play before, after and during the intermission. This way you will not only book a concert but a full evenings entertainment. The Artist has its own arranger, who can write in any style for the band, assuring the Artist keeps its own, typical sound. - EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE! - The Artist was founded some three years ago and during this period has contributed to many projects: - In 2007, the Artist launched its first album "Had je wat?" in a sold out "Melkweg" in Amsterdam. This album turned out to be a great success and many copies have been sold since. - The Artist has performed in many TV shows. - The Artist performed with guest soloists as:- Pete Philly & Perquisite. This combination has won the "Gouden Greep 2006 Award" in the category "most remarkable combination". Please refer to the website of the Artist: newgenerationbigband. You will find information on the band, as well as audio / video fragments and photos. I hope that this CD will give you a good impression of the Artist. If you are interested in the Artist for your festival, (company) party or other event, please contact: Herwin LokkenMEProductions - music & entertainmentPostal Box 4657940 AL MeppelThe Netherlands+31 6 51158150info@meproductions.nl

New Generation Big Band music CDs The Artist is a unique collective. Groovin', funkin' beats and explosive horns with great soloists are typical for this young orchestra, that's always looking for innovations. The band exists five years now, and in this short period it organized many interesting projects. The Artist worked with a whole range of soloists and played concerts throughout the whole country. After their first album release 'Had Je Wat?!', the band gained national fame. The Artist is very proud to present its second album to you. Most compositions and arrangements on this album were written by our arranger, Robbert Scherpenisse. He composed 'Shooter Shuffle' especially for this album and also arranged a few original compositions by musicians of the Artist. Like 'Cosmology' by alto player Miguel Martinez and 'Wilsons Prom' written by Remco Keijzer. Other pieces are 'leftovers' of earlier projects with Jesse van Ruller ('Circles') and Benjamin Herman ('Durban Poison'). One of the highlights of the past years was the concert with world famous saxophone player Bob Mintzer, a high level multi instrumentalist and Grammy award winner in 2001. He plays saxophone, bass clarinet and EWI, and is an accomplished composer, teacher, arranger and big band leader. Mintzer also is the saxophone player of the Yellowjackets. Bob Mintzer played with many renowned jazz artists as: Thad Jones, Mel Lewis, Tito Puente, Aretha Franklin and Buddy Rich to name only a few. We are honored that he recorded two beautiful pieces with us for our new album: 'Motet' and 'Geraldine',...