Review: Bradley Sowash is a jazz pianist who knows how to make the jazz come to life in hymns and spirituals for solo jazz piano performance! WE GATHER TOGETHER showcases the many styles and jazz interpretations of Sowash as he performs his innovative arrangements of 14 spiritual standards. Among these gems of musical expression are "Amazing Grace," "Wade in the Water," "Bringing in the Sheaves," "Jesus Loves Me," "Poor Wayfaring Stranger," "Deep River," "What A Friend We Have In Jesus," among other songs.
When a jazz pianist as good as Bradley Sowash puts his imaginative touch to these songs, it is a genuine sharing experience with the audience, and one to be remembered. His playing is flawless, and his piano techniques are varied and creative as readily seen in "There Is A Balm in Gilead," and "The River Is Wide."
Sowash is a master of stride piano and reveals his talent for this complex piano style in "Wade in the Water." His stride style is topnotch.
WE GATHER TOGETHER is that rare item --- good production values, good sound, matched with a pianist with an excellent touch who knows that every note is important. Bradley Sowash shares his jazz visions with the audience in a memorable collection. This is one of the finest jazz performances ever recorded of the spiritual, "Bringing in the Sheaves."
WE GATHER TOGETHER is excellent in all aspects. WE GATHER TOGETHER is a 14 song collection that audiences will want to own and enjoy often.
If you are looking for an entertaining, enjoyable gift for a friend, give that friend a copy of WE GATHER TOGETHER. Bradley Sowash's WE GATHER TOGETHER is a classic, straight-ahead jazz collection, filled with musical insights and joy.
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