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Release date: 30 June TELARC
HIROMI'S SONICBLOOM Beyond Standard CD CD83686
ditto ditto HSACD SACD63686
For her new recording with Sonicbloom, featuring Dave Fiuczynski on guitars, the acclaimed pianist Hiromi has abandoned recording her own original material and instead creates highly innovative versions of standards by the likes of Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Oscar Hammerstein and Richard Rogers. These are given an edgy and progressive treatment of piano- and guitar-driven jazz laced with unmistakable shades of rock and even avant garde – the trademark hybrid of this brilliant artist whose star continues to rise over the jazz landscape.
SAXOPHONE SUMMIT II Seraphic Light CD CD83673
Saxophone Summit re-convene, this time with saxophonists Dave Liebman and Joe Lovano being joined by tenor saxophonist Ravi Coltrane who takes the place of the late saxophonist Michael Brecker. Once again they pay tribute to the legendary John Coltrane, this time with their own arrangements of three late period Coltrane compositions, ‘Cosmos’, Seraphic Light’ and ‘Expression’. Trumpeter Randy Brecker joins them on two tracks, including his own composition “Message To Mike” that’s dedicated to the memory of his brother.
ROSA PASSOS Romance CD CD83677
The acclaimed Brazilian vocalist Rosa Passos performs a collection of stirring love songs from her native country that spotlight the brilliance and purity of her voice. With an all Brazilian quartet she sings classics by Ivan Lins, Dori Caymmi,Antonio Carlos Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, Chico Buarque, Macos Valle and other masters of Brazilian song.
Release date: 26 May TELARC
STANTON MOORE Emphasis (On Parenthesis) CD CD83681
New Orleans drummer Stanton Moore follows up on his 2006 Telarc debut (III) with another eclectic set that showcases his versatility and virtuosity as a drummer and percussionist. Working with the same core group of musicians, keyboardist Robert Walter and guitarist Will Bernard, means that they have achieved an incredible level of cohesion and confidence playing original compositions rooted in jazz, funk and, of course, New Orleans r’n’b but at the same time maintaining the sense of experimentation and exploration has always been the cornerstone of Moore's music,
Release date: 26 May TELARC BLUES
TAB BENOIT Night Train To Nashville CD CD83674
Blues guitarist/singer Tab Benoit is backed by Louisiana’s Leroux on this live session, recorded in Nashville, Tennessee in 2007. Tab and Leroux are joined on stage by an all-star line-up of guest musicians including Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie, the Fabulous Thunderbird’s Kim Wilson, Americana country performer Jim Lauderdale, harmonica and accordion player Jumpin’ Johnny Sansone and Louisiana fiddler Waylon Thibodeaux.
Release date: 21 April TELARC
ERIC BIBB Get On Board CD CD83675
The acclaimed blues/roots guitarist and songwriter Eric Bibb has produced his finest set of recordings to date in the new album, ‘Get Onboard’. Recorded in Nashville and completed in Stockholm, the album features Bonnie Raitt and Ruthie Foster as guest performers. SEE MORE
Release date: 24 March TELARC BLUES
OTIS TAYLOR Recapturing The Banjo CD CD83667
The historical roots of the banjo go back further than its American folk and bluegrass traditions to the ngoni of West Africa. Bluesman Otis Taylor sheds new light on this centuries-old instrument with riveting performances by himself as well as some of the most accomplished banjo players on the current blues/roots music scene: Guy Davis, Corey Harris, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Keb’ Mo’ and Don Vappie.
A five-date tour starts on 27 April. SEE MORE
Release date: 29 October TELARC (Hybrid SACD)
RAY CHARLES / COUNT BASIE ORCH. Ray Sings, Basie Swings Hybrid SACD SACD63679
In 2006, Concord Music Group released a technologically groundbreaking project that merged the sounds of two iconic figures in American popular music. SEE MORE
Release date: 29 October TELARC
JACQUES LOUSSIER TRIO Plays Bach 2CD 2CD83671
The innovative pianist and composer Jacques Loussier has taken the idioms of jazz and classical music and grafted elements of both into a single innovative sound.
Special pricing. 2CDs for the price of 1. SEE MORE
Release date: 22 October TELARC (Special Introductory Price)
RAYA YARBROUGH Raya Yarbrough CD CD83658
Raya Yarbrough’s voice and music bridge jazz and eclectic pop, with a storyteller’s lyrical instinct. Her style is a combination of Steely Dan and Joni Mitchell. with a Duke Ellington flair – a raw singer/songwriter with a jazz hipness! Raya’s self-titled debut album was produced by Steve Bartek of Danny Elfman and Oingo Boingo fame and it features nine originals plus an eclectic mix of songs by Clifford Brown, Duke Ellington, Johnny Mercer and Brian May (of Queen fame).
Release date: 29 October TELARC
LOS ANGELES GUITAR Brazil! CD CD80686
ditto ditto SACD SACD60686
The Grammy award winning ensemble the Los Angeles Guitar perform compositions by Sergio and Odair Assad, Marco Pereira, Hermeto Pascoal, Baden Powell, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Heitor Villa-Lobos and others. They are joined by specials guests who include vocalist Luciana Souza who performs a medly of Jobim tunes Katisse Buckingham on flutes and saxes and Kevin Ricard on percussion. SEE MORE
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Now in the 86th year of his life, the iconic jazz pianist Dave Brubeck is still performing live and recording terrific music. SEE MORE
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New York Voices, the internationally renowned vocal quartet, deliver their first studio release
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BILLY TAYLOR / GERRY MULLIGAN Live At MCG CD MCGJ1025
This previously unreleased live recording from 1993 unites two legendary jazz musicians, the baritone saxophonist/composer Gerry Mulligan and pianist Dr. Billy Taylor. The two long time friends came together for the first time ever to perform a series of concerts at Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild. They performed a programme of classic jazz tunes including two originals, “Line for Lyons” by Mulligan and “Capricious” by Taylor.
DEBBIE DAVIES Debbie Davies' Blues Blast CD CD83669
This high energy blues outing from singer/guitarist Debbie Davies features guest appearances by three high-profile bluesmen: guitarists Tab Benoit and Coco Montoya, and harpist Charlie Musselwhite. This is Debbie Davies’ second solo recording for Telarc following numerous records for the Blind Pig and Shanachie labels and many years with Albert Collins, Fingers Taylor & Maggie Mayall.
ARTURO SANDOVAL Rumba Palace CD CD83662
On “Rumba Palace” the internationally acclaimed Cuban trumpeter Arturo Sandoval leads a hand-picked group of musicians on a set of Afro-Cuban style original compositions that feature his virtuoso trumpet playing, outstanding solo performances from individual members of the band as well as superb ensemble playing.
HIROMI Time Control CD CD83655
ditto ditto SACD SACD63655
Fiery and fearless, the Japanese keyboardist Hiromi blends acoustic piano with synthesizers to create explosive new music. ‘Time Control’ features the sound of a mature band at the top of its game. Alongside her regular colleagues, the British bassist Tony Grey and Slovakian drummer Martin Valihora, she’s joined by special guest David “Fuze” Fiuczynski, the iconoclastic jazz-rock guitarist from Screaming Headless Torsos. Hiromi will be appearing with her trio at Ronnie Scott’s from 21 to 23 May, 2007.
MICHEL CAMILO Spirit Of The Moment CD CD83653
ditto ditto SACD SACD63653
Hailing from the Dominican Republic, pianist Michel Camilo’s career spans three decades, two hemispheres and a range of jazz and classical styles. This new recording marks his triumphant return to the straightahead jazz trio setting, with backing from bassist Charles Flores and Cuban-born drummer Dafnis Prieto. The leaner, three-man configuration allows plenty of room for the fiery keyboard work that has become Camilo’s trademark.
OSCAR PETERSON What's Up? - The Very Tall Band CD CD83663
This previously unreleased recording features the great jazz pianist Oscar Peterson along with vibraphonist Milt Jackson and bassist Ray Brown. Recorded live at the Blue Note, New York in 1988 it’s surprising that such great, swinging performances have been left in the vaults for all these years. The group is completed by Karriem Riggins on drums and highlights include “Squatty Roo”, “Salt Peanuts”, “Limehouse Blues” and “The More I See You”.
TIERNEY SUTTON On The Other Side CD CD83650
ditto ditto SACD SACD63650
On the Other Side features the critically acclaimed vocalist Tierney Sutton and her band with their own take on a selection of well known ‘happy’ songs and which they have turned into more introspective, melancholy and ironic compositions. They are joined by the veteran jazz musician Jack Sheldon on trumpet and vocals.
AL DIMEOLA Consequence Of Chaos CD CD83649
ditto ditto SACD SACD63649
The trailblazing fusion guitarist Al Di Meola breaks new ground on this recording that is brimming with colourful and complex arrangements. Featured on solid-body electric guitar Di Meola is joined by a wealth of his contemporaries including pianist Chick Corea, drummer Steve Gadd, bassist John Patitucci, keyboardist Barry Miles and others.
STANTON MOORE III CD CD83648
New Orleans based jazz funk drummer Stanton Moore is best known as a founding member of the “steamroller funk” band Galactic in the early 1990s, and as a member of Garage a Trois, a progressive jazz trio with eight-string guitarist Charlie Hunter. His third solo recording features Robert Walter on organ and Will Bernard on guitar, along with special guests: tenor saxophonist Skerik and trombonist Mark Mullins. The album was recorded at the legendary Preservation Hall in New Orleans.
JACQUES LOUSSIER Bach: The Brandenburg Concertos CD CD83644
Pianist Jacques Loussier and his trio – bassist Benoit Dunoyer and drummer Andre Arpino – bring their unique jazz perspective to Johann Sebastian Bach’s revered Brandenburg Concertos. They deftly merge the master’s keen, almost mathematical compositional style with the more freewheeling improvisational sensibility of a jazz trio.
DIZZY GILLESPIE ALL-STAR BIG BAND Dizzy's Business CD MCGJ1023
This passionate, high-energy live recording by the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band features Dizzy’s original big band charts with new arrangements by trombonist Slide Hampton, saxophonist Jimmy Heath and drummer Dennis Mackrel. The all-star line-up includes James Moody, Frank Wess, Antonio Hart, Randy Brecker, Claudio Roditi, Mulgrew Miller plus special guest, the trumpeter Roy Hargrove, and vocalist Roberta Gambarini.
ERIC BIBB Diamond Days CD CD83660
The new album by the leading contemporary blues musician Eric Bibb represents a return to the more rootsy style of his earlier albums. With an impressive line-up of musicians including Martin Simpson one of Britain’s leading contemporary folk artists on acoustic guitar, Bibb keeps the overall sound very simple, enabling him to bring out his own astonishing musicianship, on the acoustic 12 string guitar, and focussing on the moving, meaningful lyrics.
Bonus feature: eleven minute enhanced video footage featuring Eric Bibb in Paris.
MARIA MULDAUR Buckets Of Love – Love Songs Of Bob Dylan CD CD83643
Blues and folk chanteuse Maria Muldaur, a contemporary of Bob Dylan during his Greenwich Village heyday of the early ‘60s, brings it all back home by delving into the various ballads and love songs in Dylan’s rich catalogue and interpreting them in her own trademark rootsy style. Among the eleven tracks are “Lay Baby Lay,” “You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere” and “I’ll Be your Baby Tonight.”
GERI ALLEN Timeless Portraits And Dreams 2CD CD 83645
One of the world’s leading jazz pianists, Geri Allen’s new studio recording features her with bassist Ron Carter and drummer Jimmy Cobb. A tribute to Rosa Parks and Coretta Scott King, the trio is joined by vocalists Carmen Lundy and George Shirley (the first African-American tenor to sing at the Metropolitan Opera), trumpeter Wallace Roney, tenor saxophonist Donald Walden and the Atlanta Jazz Chorus.
ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY Blues In The Night CD CD83641
ditto ditto SACD SACD63641
Vocalist Ann-Hampton Callaway performs a dynamic and stirring collection of American Songbook classics, mixed with potent and witty original songs. The recording contains several jazz standards, but with arrangements and interpretations that are far from standard. Ann is backed by a trio consisting of Christian McBride on bass, Lewis Nash on drums and Ted Rosenthall on piano, with the Diva Jazz Orchestra providing backing on four tracks.
JOHN PIZZARELLI Dear Mr. Sinatra CD CD83638
ditto ditto SACD SACD63638
Vocalist/guitarist John Pizzarelli pays homage to Frank Sinatra, perhaps the greatest entertainer of all time, by focusing on songs that were specifically written for “Ol’ Blue Eyes.” Pizzarelli is joined by one of the greatest big bands performing in America today, the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra.
MONTY ALEXANDER Concrete Jungle CD CD83635
Recorded at Jamaica’s legendary Tuff Gong Studios, this new set from Jamaican born jazz pianist Monty Alexander is an exploration of the music and legacy of Bob Marley. With a dozen original arrangements of some of Marley’s most memorable songs, including: “Africa Unite,” “War,” “Babylon System,” “Forever Lovin’ Jah,” “Trench Town” and “Concrete Jungle.” Guest musicians include Junior Jazz, Luciano and Delfeayo Marsalis and many others.
JANIS SIEGEL A Thousand Beautiful Things CD CD83630
Janis Siegel, a founding member of The Manhattan Transfer, combines her impressive vocal skills with a selection of modern classics from top singers and songwriters of the last 15 years. Siegel and her band, which features some of the best Latin jazz musicians currently working in New York, perform material written by, or associated with Annie Lennox, Nellie McKay, Suzanne Vega, Lizz Wright, Danilo Perez, Paul Simon, Raul Midon and Bjork.
MICHEL CAMILO Rhapsody In Blue CD CD83611
ditto ditto SACD SACD63611
Pianist Michel Camilo’s latest album for Telarc seamlessly merges jazz and symphonic sensibilities with a unique rendition of Gershwin’s immortal “Rhapsody in Blue,” recorded with the Barcelona Symphony Orchestra. It is followed by some of the great American composer’s lesser known work—his Concerto in F and his Prelude No. 2 for solo piano, with a touch of improvised blues.
BOB MINTZER BIG BAND Old School, New Lessons CD MCGJ1020
Saxophonist Bob Mintzer (Yellowjackets) and his big band return to the MCG Jazz label to record Old School, New Lessons, a contemporary take on traditional big band jazz. The recording features original Mintzer compositions including, “Not Quite Yet” and “Mosiac” featuring special guests, the Yellowjackets, as well as fascinating new arrangements of jazz favourites such as “My One and Only Love” and John Coltrane’s “Resolution”—both featuring guest vocalist Kurt Elling.
TOM SCOTT Bebop United CD MCGJ1021
Tom Scott makes his MCG Jazz debut with Bebop United, a special return to his traditional Bebop roots. Joining him for this live recording is legendary alto saxophonist, Phil Woods plus Randy Brecker, Ronnie Cuber, and Gil Goldstein. Original Scott compositions include “Backburner” and “Silhouettes,” (featuring Woods) as well as classic tunes such as Cannonball Adderley’s “Sack O’ Woe” and Wayne Shorter’s “Children of the Night.”
FRANK MANTOOTH Ladies Sing For Lovers CD MCGJ1018
Ladies Sing For Lovers celebrates the rich legacy of the late arrange/composer Frank Mantooth’s
genius. His final project features 12 great jazz vocalists with a full orchestra performing timeless standards with Frank’s lush orchestral arrangements. Vocalists include Diane Schuur, Karrin Allyson,
Oleta Adams, Stacey Rowles, Sheila Jordan and Anne Hampton Callaway.
HIROMI Spiral CD CD83631
HIROMI Spiral SACD SACD63631
Hiromi, the Japanese piano sensation is featured on this new recording with the trio which received outstanding reviews for their sold-out dates at the Brecon Jazz Festival and Ronnie Scott’s. “Spiral” is another brilliant showcase for the pianist’s imaginative compositions and thunderous playing that fuses elements of jazz, classical and avant-garde into an intense listening experience. Includes a bonus limited edition DVD of “Kung Fu World Champion” (recorded live in Japan).
JOHN PIZZARELLI Knowing You CD CD83615
ditto ditto SACD SACD63615
Vocalist/guitarist John Pizzarelli is well-known for his interpretations of the great American songbook. ‘Knowing You’ captures him in a classic jazz setting performing the work of composers and lyricists who Pizzarelli has come to know and admire, including songwriters Alan Bergman, Dave Frishberg, Dan Barrett, Johnny Mandel, Jimmy McHugh, Saul Chaplin and Arthur Schwartz.
MICHEL CAMILO Solo CD CD83613
ditto ditto SACD SACD63613
Pianist Michel Camilo is well-known for his exuberant style and intimate familiarity with a vast range of jazz and Latin idioms. Critics have praised the Dominican jazz pianist’s talents as a composer and arranger, but Solo showcases him as a performer on his first ever solo studio recording.
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