19 Feb
Impressions in Blue by Monty Alexander Trio
- Written by Lee Prosser
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It is always a pleasure to review performances by the Monty Alexander Trio. Monty Alexander is one of the finest jazz pianists performing today, and he is accompanied by outstanding musicians Hassan Shakur on bass and Mark Taylor on drums. This trio perks, boils, cooks, and comes together with memorable and remarkable performances. There are 11 selections in the IMPRESSIONS IN BLUE collection. Among them are "Blue Rhapsody," "Creole Love Call," "It's Only A Paper Moon," "Body and Soul," and a most interesting performance of "I'm an Old Cowhand." For those who like the Monty Alexander Trio, this is certainly one of their very finest CD collections to date. Each song is a true showcase for the trio, and the performances are solid and polished. IMPRESSIONS IN BLUE is a memorable jazz listening experience. Excellent production values. Highly recommended.
Additional Info
- Artist / Group Name: Monty Alexander Trio
- CD Title: Impressions in Blue
- Genre: Straight-Ahead / Classic
- Year Released: 2003
- Record Label: Telarc
- Tracks: Blue Rhapsody, Monty Alexanders vision of George Gershwin's Rhapsody In Blue is a knockout! Beautifully performed in a straight-ahead classic style.'
- Musicians: Monty Alexander, piano. Hassan Shakur, bass. Mark Taylor, drums.
- Label Website: http://www.telarc.com
- Rating: Five Stars
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