full blown
author: james dunn
absolutely fabulous.truly "full blown".as a scottih grandad,this just blew me away.a fine example of how modern jazz big bands have moved,since herman/kenton/rich etc.
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Tight, swinging big band that deserves to be heard more.
author: Richar Wheatley
Don't think you could have opened with a better number, sets the C.D. on track. Nice to see a band that appreciates Tom Kubis arrangements, the sections sound particularly tight. However my favorite track has to be Teach Me Tonight.
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As a trumpet player, I'm always looking for new sources of inspiration
author: Jeff Strahlem
As a trumpet player, I'm always looking for new sources of inspiration. I've found it here! Steve has it all, big sound, range, style! It sounds like Steve had a blast making this CD. The band swings its butt off! Can't wait for the next CD release.
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Wonderfully produced, great sounds, tight band
author: mark williams
I have heard Steve play in a variety of different settings and he is always great...but The Blow Hard Big Band setting is where Steve really lets it go. This is as good a Jazz album as anyone might find anywhere, with any players. These guys sit right in the groove and show off a bit when the time comes. One of the best Cd's I have bought is the past few years!
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