Jazzy Christmas [Fine Tune] by Various Artists [CD]

Description: Tracks:Santa Claus Is Coming to Town - David Benoit/Gregg Bissonette/Brian BrombergO' Tannenbaum - David Benoit/Gregg Bissonette/Brian BrombergChristmas Time Is Here - Leon "Ndugu" Chancler/Patrice Rushen/Stanley ClarkeWe Three Kings - Leon "Ndugu" Chancler/Patrice Rushen/Stanley ClarkeWhite Christmas - Dick Hyde/Charlie Harris/Jim Hughart/Pete Christlieb/Tom RanierChristmas Song, The - Dick Hyde/Charlie Harris/Jim Hughart/Pete Christlieb/Tom RanierJingle Bells - Joe La Barbera/Paul SmithHave Yourself a Merry Little Christmas - Joe La Barbera/Paul SmithLittle Drummer Boy, The - Frederico Ramos/Tom Walsh/Bob ContiLet It Snow - Frederico Ramos/Tom Walsh/Bob Conti Performer Notes: Performers includes: Pete Christlieb (saxophone); Slyde Hyde (euphonium); David Benoit, Patrice Rushen, Paul Smith, Tom Ranier (piano); Federico Ramos (guitar); Brian Bromberg, Stanley Clarke, Jim DeJulio, Jim Hughart, Alphonso Johnson (bass); Gregg Bissonette, Ndugu Chancler, Charles Harris, Joe LaBarbara, Tom Walsh (drums); Bob Conti (percussion).Recorded at Ocean Way Recording Studios, Hollywood, California.Personnel: Frederico Ramos (guitar); Dick Hyde (trumpet, trombone, euphonium); David Benoit, Patrice Rushen, Paul Smith , Tom Ranier (piano); Gregg Bissonette, Joe La Barbera, Leon "Ndugu" Chancler, Tom Walsh , Charles Harris (drums); Bob Conti (percussion).Liner Note Author: Albert J. Copland.Recording information: Ocean Way Recording Studios, Hollywood CA.As the only holiday release in this attractive six-CD series, A Jazzy Christmas brings a new perspective to well-known holiday and traditional favorites. Played by top-name jazz musicians, the jazz translations make for excellent listening during the holiday season and beyond. Among the fine performances on this CD are those by the trio of bassist Stanley Clarke, drummer Ndugu Chancler, and pianist Patrice Rushen. Their rendition of "Christmas Time Is Here" is simply lovely, with Rushen playing the melody in a classical and jazz fusion-style. They follow up with "We Three Kings," which is offered as a bebop-styled waltz. These are rare jazz recitals with both songs receiving the full benefit of their accumulated experience. Smooth jazz stars David Benoit, Brian Bromberg, and Gregg Bissonette get together on an up-tempo version of "Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" and "O'Tannenbaum." They bring startingly original treatments without compromising the original melodies and approach. Closing the set is a bossa nova version of "Let It Snow," a sure testament to Sammy Cahn and Jules Styne's compositional integrity and the music's ability to transcend cultures. Overall, A Jazzy Christmas is a fluent, full-bodied collection of holiday music played by a phenomenal ensemble of musicians who apply their energy, spirits, and jazz experience to songs from bygone eras, but nonetheless make them ideal for both present and future generations. ~ Paula Edelstein Producer: Jeffrey Weber, Suzanne Severini Format: CD (1 Disc); Stereo Country: USA Studio/Live: Studio Release Date: 5 December, 2000 Label: Fine Tune Dimensions: 12.7 x 14 x 0.6 centimeters (0.09 kg)

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