Classic Swing With A Modern Drive
© Copyright-Gregory Caputo
(606548670721)
Record Label: Greg Caputo
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Drummer Greg Caputo has always served as a great ambassador for Classic Swing Music.
Greg has toured with Count Basie, Artie Shaw, Harry James, Nelson Riddle and Benny Goodman in addition to countless noted jazz artists.
Classic Drummer Magazine describes him as
"A Master Drummer who speaks volumes in refined sensibilities with superb technique."
Classic Swing with a Modern Drive is a true live recording.
All of the charts are single takes before a live audience.
This is the way Greg wanted it - the enthusiasm of a live audience fueling a spontaneous, improvisational performance.
The band is made up of 17 of America's swingingest players,
(alumni of such bands as Buddy Rich, Maynard Ferguson,
Tommy Dorsey and Count Basie) and a great vocalist.
Legendary alto saxophonist Phil Woods is guest artist.
Phil performs two of his original compositions and accompanies vocalist Viv Murray on Skylark, simply beautiful.
Phil demonstrates his stunning virtuosity as player, composer and accompanist throughout.
Truly Hot Classic Swing Music with the added Velocity of a Modern Drive!
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author: J. Cleveland
From the opening notes of “Nutville” to the closing rhythms of Greg’s drum solo in “Sing, Sing, Sing,” this album delivers. “Classic Swing with a Modern Drive” captures the excitement of a live performance while maintaining the quality of a studio recording. Greg Caputo’s drumming is remarkable, and it’s accompanied by a top-notch band and vocalist to boot. If you like swinging big band music, buy this cd!
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author: Butch Miles
The band swings but, then again, what band wouldn't when you've got Greg Caputo kickin' the hell out of the charts. A Monster Swinger!!
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author: TOM SCHMUTZLER
SMOKIN'! It's a good thing this concert was recorded because nobody would have believed it! This is not a band of has-beens and wanne-be's. Greg Caputo has put together a band of guys who are top-notch players and who know what to do with a chart. If you thought the Big Band 'era' was over, think again. It's alive and kicking with some 'Golden Oldies' and some refreshing new charts that the veterans could only wish they had! The proof is right in the album. No cuts, no edits. These guys nailed it on the spot and Greg's solid-as-a-rock but not 'in-your-face' drumming kept them on the spot all night! Ya gotta have it!
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author: Dean Setzler
I was fortunate enough to see the live date with my son, a huge Phil Woods fan. We walked away from the show as fans of the whole band. As much as my son loves Phil, he wanted more of John M. as well. Great live show, great CD
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