Release Date: 26 February 2016
Label: Steeplechase
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 716043181223
Genres: Jazz  Contemporary  
Release Date: 26 February 2016
Label: Steeplechase
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 716043181223
Genres: Jazz  Contemporary  
Description
A good part of pianist/composer/educator Harold Danko's strength lies in his creative intelligence in composition of originals as well as in recasting or reinventing the existing melodies like in this release.
He trio is made up of bassist Jay Anderson and drummer Jeff Hirshfield, and they perform eight original compositions plus two Duke Jordan tunes, "Paula" and "If I Did - Would You?", which Duke performed on his classic 1974 SteepleChase album 'Flight to Denmark'.
"Danko's approach is one of subtlety and sophistication, not of pyrotechnics (though his technical facility is formidable). He often takes a recognizable tune and changes the setting and mood to produce performances that are pleasantly surprising." - Francis Lo Kee, All About Jazz (on 'Escapades' SCCD31674)
Personnel: Harold Danko (piano), Jay Anderson (bass), Jeff Hirshfield (drums)
Tracklisting
Thommy Andersson; Kirk Knuffke; Jose Davila
Larry Willis; Bob Cranshaw; Kenny Washington
David Friedman; Tony Miceli
Matt Garrity; Vito Dieterle; Steve Einerson; David Ambrosio
John McNeil; Tom Harrell; Kenny Barron; Buster Williams; Billy Hart
Dave Pietro; Scott Wendholt; Gary Versace; Jay Anderson; Adam Cruz
Von Freeman; Jodie Christian; Eddie de Haas; Wilbur Campbell
Rich Perry; Gary Versace; Jay Anderson; John Riley
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