Soprano Summit

構成数 : 2枚
合計収録時間 : 02:13:50
Personnel: Kenny Davern (clarinet, soprano saxophone, C-melody saxophone); Bob Wilber (clarinet, soprano saxophone, alto saxophone); Marty Grosz (guitar, banjo); Bobby Rosengarden (drums). Audio Remasterer: Jon Bates. Liner Note Authors: Don Lass; Marty Grosz. Recording information: Down Town Sound, New York, NY (02/29/1976-09/12/1977); Downtown Sound (02/29/1976-09/12/1977); Downtown Sound Remote (02/29/1976-09/12/1977). Photographer: Rollo Phlecks. During the mid-'70s, an era when interest in pre-bop jazz was near its lowest, Soprano Summit was formed and somehow flourished. Co-led by Kenny Davern (on soprano, clarinet, and C-melody sax) and Bob Wilber (tripling on soprano, clarinet, and alto), the group offered strong swing-based solos, a colorful repertoire, and, best of all, exciting ensembles. This two-CD set features the 1976-1977 edition of Soprano Summit with Marty Grosz's acoustic guitar and banjo acting as a third important voice while bassist George Duvivier and either Bobby Rosengarden and Fred Stoll on drums offer suitable support. Reissued are two complete LPs and in addition there are five previously unreleased selections from a live performance, along with a 13-minute "Jazzspeak" during which Marty Grosz talks (with humor) about the history of the important group. Some of the many highlights of this essential set include "Grenadilla Stomp," "Ole Miss," "When Day Is Done," "Crazy Rhythm," and two versions of "Nagasaki." ~ Scott Yanow
録音 : ステレオ (Studio)