Name: Romances *
Brand: Summit Records
SKU: 469649
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Romances *

By University of Miami Concert Jazz Band

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CD (1 Disc); Stereo

Release Date

6 January 2004

Album: Romances *
#	Song Title	Time
1)	Lately
2)	Gregory Is Here
3)	Invitation
4)	Divisi
5)	Squiggle
6)	Choro Dancado I
7)	Pas de Deux II
8)	Danca Ilusoria III

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0099402368924

Writer

University of Miami Concert Jazz Band

Country

USA

Studio/Live

Studio

Label

Summit Records

Dimensions

12.8 x 14.9 x 1 centimeters (0.06 kg)

Performer Notes

Full performer name: University Of Miami Concert Jazz Band.
University Of Miami Concert Jazz Band includes: Trevor Newman, Michael McKenzie, Peter Clagett, Shawn Hines (trumpet); Wade Eisinger, Craig Gosnell (trombones); James Gasior (piano); Andrew Synowiec (guitar); James Ousley (bass); Ludwig Alfonso (drums); Luis Gonzales (percussion).
Recorded at Criteria Studios, Miami, Florida. Includes liner notes by Maria Schnider.
The University of Miami Concert Jazz Band premieres an extended work, "Three Romances," by Maria Schneider, on this compilation, which includes recordings by earlier editions of the band. The University of Miami is in the top-tier of jazz education programs in the U.S., having turned out notable alumni including Bobby Watson and Pat Metheny, but the focus of this recording is equally on the band's tight ensembles as well as individual solos. Horace Silver's "Gregory's Here" is not one of his better-known pieces; this arrangement is far smoother with less of a pronounced Latin feeling than the composer's original sextet recording. The extended chart of Bronislaw Kaper's "Invitation" showcases trumpeter Rob Smith and tenor saxophonist Todd Del Giudice, who are backed by a colorful blend of brass and reeds. Pianist Clay Perry contributed two originals, including the perky "Squiggle" and the haunting ballad "Divisi." But the main focus is on Schneider's suite, beginning with the seductive, Brazilian-flavored "Choro Dancado." The delicate "Pas de Deux" was inspired by the composer's favorite ballerina, while "Danca Illusoria" is actually a foxtrot cast in a Brazilian setting. This is a fine effort by the University of Miami Concert Jazz Band that is easily recommended. ~ Ken Dryden