The Greg Hatza Organization

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Greg Hatza Organization: Greg Hatza (Hammond B-3 organ); Major Boyd (soprano saxophone); Jim Snidero (alto saxophone); Paul Bollenback (guitar); Gary Jenkins (drums). Recorded at 1137 Recordings, Baltimore, Maryland in March and April 1993. Personnel: Paul Bollenback (guitar); Major Boyd (soprano saxophone); Jim Snidero (alto saxophone); Gary Jenkins (drums). Recording information: 1137 Recordings, Baltimore, MD (03/1993-04/1993). Greg Hatza is a Jimmy Smith-influenced organist who had not been on records for over 20 years before the release of this CD. He plays in a timeless style that very much harks back to the 1960s, particularly on the blues and standards. Two of the selections, a slower than usual version of "Moment's Notice" (made a bit funky) and an advanced original ("The Wizard"), find him breaking away from the Jimmy Smith style and displaying his own interesting musical personality. Hatza's backup group features a pair of strong voices in the Jackie McLean-inspired altoist Jim Snidero and versatile guitarist Paul Bollenback, who switches from rock to Wes Montgomery with little difficulty; drummer Gary Jenkins is fine in support, and guest Major Boyd adds his soulful soprano to "From Me to You." All in all, this is enjoyable, swinging music. ~ Scott Yanow
録音 : ステレオ (Studio)