Release Date: 15 June 2003
Label: Storyville Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 717101425426
Description
Creme Fraiche Big Band was the creation of Danish trumpeter Lars Togeby. The band existed for only a few years in the 1970s and this is their only album, recorded in 1978. It's very rare on LP and is here re-released on CD for the first time. The music blends modern big-band sounds with avant garde, rock and funk, where the rhythm group plays a central role. All the tunes are composed and arranged by Togeby. The band is comprised of the "creme" of Danish jazz musicians, plus the world-famous American trumpeter Tim Hagans - who, at this time, was a young musician on his way up. Creme Fraiche was one of the most exciting modern "electric" jazz and funk big band in Europe in the '70s. The music on this CD is brilliantly performed with boundless energy, drive, pulsing rhythm, and gives plenty of room for the exciting soloists.
Tracklisting
Danish Radio Big Band
Thomas Fonnesbaek
Michel Petrucciani Trio
Carsten Dahl Golden Ratio Trio
Jacob Christoffersen Trio
Peter Vuust & Aarhus Jazz Orchestra
Johnny Griffin Quartet
Kira Martini
Tom Smith
Klaus Gesing, Ana Pilat, Latvian Radio Big Band
Maria Schneider
Maria Schneider
Danish Radio Big Band
Hackney Colliery Band
Etienne Charles & Creole Orchestra
Peter Vuust & Aarhus Jazz Orchestra
