McPartland, Marian
Concord, 2005, CD
Instrument: Piano
Issue: 11.2
Jazz Ruler Type: Swing
Performance: 5
Sound: 4
Score: 
O’s Notes: This celebration features a large ensemble with Marion playing piano on 14 of the 22 tracks. As with any celebration, this one includes a wealth of accomplished stars paying tribute. There is a very nice duet with Norah Jones, “The Nearness of You”. Karrin Allison also contributes a warm “Twilight World”. Regina Carter (violin) and Jim Hall (g) mix it up on “I Can’t Believe You’re In Love”. Jason Moran (p), Nnenna Freelon (v) and Roy Hargrove (t) are also present among the many participating musicians. There are two CDs packed with a wealth of good music.
