BIG BAND ERA STYLE OF THE 30'S - 40'S & 50'S. ALL arramgements BY CHARLIE THOMAS ON THE ROLAND KEYBOARD. MOST SONGS ARRANGED IN THE STYLE OF A 5 OR 6 PIECE JAZZ COMBO. SOLID-UPBEAT.
This tribute to Charlie Byrd is a compilation of Jazz and Latin standards. Charlie's creativity, humor and spontaniety are reflected in some unique variations on this CD.
The delicate, warm sounds of guitar, soft smooth Trombone, exquisite Acoustic Bass, and subtle Drums. Jazz that's like a Gentle Rain.
This ensemble incorporates key elements of classic and contemporary jazz to develop a creative interpretation of "standards."
Recorded live at the Ram's Head in Annapolis, MD. The songs and artists are all associated with the late Charlie Byrd, including Charlie's brother Joe Byrd (bass), Steve Abshire (guitar), Chuck Redd (vibes), Mike Shepherd (drums), Robert Redd (piano).
An earthy, honest guitar style offers both compelling and fullfilling listening.
Jazz lovers will delight in this mix of some old favorites with a dash of funk and blues thrown in for a little spice. There is nothing "standard" about the way this quartet performs America's music.
This cd is breath taken,It whole your attention from begining to end.
Instrumental jazz renderings of music by composer Charlie Smalls from the Tony-winning musical The Wiz.