The Occasional Clam
author: Jim Bermann
I always thought Ed Anderson was one of, if not the finest orchestral bass trombonist there ever was. He and his tuba section mate Ron Bishop in
the Cleveland Orchestra set the standard in the
business. What a sound! What Ed has done here is
as amazing as it may seem, taken that a step further by showcasing his big, beautiful sound
and musicianship in this collection of solo
literature. A pleasure to listen to over and over again!
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Excellent performances of worthwhile literature by a master trombonist.
author: Charles Couch
The playing of bass trombonist Ed Anderson,together with tubist Ronald Bishop, made the low brass one of the glories of The Cleveland Orchestra. This recording, taken from live performances at Indiana University, demonstrate that his artistry continued to flower during his years on the faculty there. Moreover his son, David Anderson, has developed into a fine composer who has supplied his father with two works heard on this CD. The supporting cast, consisting of student ensembles and IU faculty, is excellent throughout. While this album will be enjoyed by anyone, brass and woodwind players will be especially appreciative of Ed's pure tone and intonation, his breath control, and his ability to make the technical difficulties of wrestling with yards of brass disappear into committed music making. Highly recommended.
Charles Couch, retired assistant principal trumpet, The Cleveland Orchestra.
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Great playing of great Music. Bravo!
author: Ben van Dijk
Just received a copy of The Occasional Clam.
It is a great CD with Mr. Ed Anderson playing mostly music, either composed or arranged by his son David Anderson.
I only new Mr. Anderson from some of the recordings I have of the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra. Romeo and Juliet by Prokofjev and Mahler 6 come to my mind. Great playing on these recordings by this gentleman.
This new CD shows him as soloist of a very high level.
Great sound, intonation and musical sense make this CD a must to have for every bass trombonist or musician in general.
I love the work his David has done.
His composition, "Elegy for Van," and "Three Songs" by Gustav Mahler, arranged for solo bass trombone, brass choir, and harp, are very well done and super played.
His "Concerto for Double Bass, Strings, and Harp," is really a nice work and a piece I hope to play one day with orchestra. It suits the bass trombone very well.
I am going to buy it for sure!
My compliments for both father and son for a great project!!!
(bravo for your tuba-playing David Borsvold.)
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A must-have recording for any serious musician.
author: Joe Stanko
This is a terrific recording of live performances. Not only are there new pieces and arrangements, but the playing of Ed Anderson stands as a model of bass trombone sound. The concerto by Dave Anderson is sure to have many performances and is a great addition to the repertoire. This CD should be listened to by all serious musicians, not just trombonists.
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