Release Date: 03 December 2001
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988062328
Release Date: 03 December 2001
Label: Jasmine Records
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 604988062328
Description
This band has several characteristics in common with The Couriers. It has a two-saxophone front line - tenor and baritone as opposed to the two tenors of Ronnie Scott and Tubby Hayes. The personnel strikes a remarkably happy balance between experienced young "veterans" and talented, enthusiastic youngsters. Like The Couriers, The Jazz Five has a definite and very personal sound. The two saxophones achieve a remarkably wide range. The band's book contains possibly more originals than standards. Unlike many other groups today, it does not rely solely on taking down themes from American records. Four of the five are composers of considerable talent. Although each writer has a fairly individual style, somehow each score seems to suit the band's overall conception and complete aptness. Their originals have exceptionally melodic lines, yet are harmonically arresting and have a very strong rhythmic appeal.
Personnel: Harry Klein (baritone saxophone), Vic Ash (tenor saxophone, clarinet), Brian Dee (piano), Malcolm Cecil (bass), Bill Eyden, Tony Mann (drums)
Tracklisting
Tommy Hunt
Kay Barry / Maureen Evans
Buddy Holly & The Crickets
Johnnie Ray
Eddie Cochran
Various Artists
Billie Holiday
Charlie Applewhite
Thelonious Monk & Sonny Rollins
The Horace Silver Quintet
Lee Konitz & Jimmy Giuffre
Cannonball Adderley Quintet
Miles Davis Quintet
Brandon Sanders
Glen Manby & John Gibbon Trio
Various Artists