Albanese, Bob
Zoho, 2009, CD
Instrument: Saxophone
Issue: 15.2
Jazz Ruler Type: Bebop
Performance: 3
Sound: 4
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O’s Notes: Bob is a pianist, one of many very talented veteran musicians who keep the New York jazz scene vibrant. Tom Kennedy (b) and Willard Dyson (d) make up the rest of his trio. Featured artist, Ira Sullivan is the more known member of the band having made waves in Chicago during the 1950s. He has lived in Florida since then but has remained active and vibrant as evidenced here. Albanese invited Ira to record this CD while his trio was touring in Florida. They play as if they have been together forever, a testament to their skills. The program includes a mix of mostly originals with a few covers. They swing all the way through keeping the music lively and flowing. The musicians seem to be enjoying themselves; no anger here! We liked the title track, “Yesterday’s Gardenias” and the bubbly spirit of “Waiting For Louis” best.
Publicist: Jazz Promo Services
