Hazeltine, David
Sharp Nine, 2023, CD
Instrument: Piano
Issue: 29.4
Jazz Ruler Type: Bebop
Performance: 4
Sound: 3
Score: 74
O’s Notes: Pianist David Hazeltine leads a trio with bassist Neal Miner and drummer Pete Van Nostrand. It’s titled Christmas Cards from David Hazeltine, one each for the four freshly arranged classics. They each has David’s dominant stamp on them. Our favorites are “The Christmas Song” and “Winter Wonderland” including solos from Miner and Van Nostrand.
Publicist: Jazz Depot