Schapiro 17
Summit, 2021, CD
Instrument: Instrumental
Issue: 27.1
Jazz Ruler Type: BigBand
Performance: 4
Sound: 3
Score: 79
O’s Notes: This is a fine recording of Jon Schapiro’s compositions, seven new tunes along with Evan MacColl’s “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” with a rich trumpet solo by Eddie Allen. We also enjoyed “Hallelujah”, a relaxed composition with melodies from saxophonist Paul Carlton, the bouncy “House Money”, the mysterious “Tango” featuring Matt Hong (b-sax), and the complex layering on “Count Me Out”. This is a tasty large ensemble that never over imposes themselves!
Publicist: Jazz Promo Services