612262106125

Bluegrass

WDR Big Band

£17.99
£17.99
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Format: CD

Cat No: MCGJ10612

Release Date:  29 May 2026

Label:  Mcg-jazz / A-Train

Packaging Type:  Digipak

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  612262106125

Genres:  Jazz  Big Band  

  • Description

    In this extraordinary concert project by the WDR Big Band, two musical genres are 'married', which despite their many similarities, have so far led an isolated existence: bluegrass and large orchestral jazz.

    Anyone familiar with the bluegrass folk style, which originated in Kentucky and Tennessee in the late 1930s and early 1940s, will recognize elements of swing, blues, and gospel alongside Country influences. Bluegrass also impresses with its vitality and danceability.

    So, what could be more obvious than to try a fusion with big band jazz? Enthusiastic comrades-in-arms were quickly found. Bob Mintzer, chief conductor of the WDR Big Band, wrote the arrangements and two high-calibre virtuosos of modern bluegrass were recruited for the solo parts: mandolinist Mike Marshall and violinist Darol Anger. The result is an unusual mix of styles with many unheard and surprising moments.

    Ensemble: WDR Big Band

    Darol Anger, Mike Marshall Director: Bob Mintzer All arrangements by Bob Mintzer.

    A production of Westdeutscher Rundfunk & licensed by WDR Mediagroup.

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Slip and Slide
      • 2. Down in the Willow Garden
      • 3. Elzic's Farewell/Yew Piney Mountain
      • 4. Emy in the Woods
      • 5. Green Lawn
      • 6. Replace It All
      • 7. In the Lion's Den
      • 8. Dexter
      • 9. Borealis

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