Mintzer, Bob

dmp, 2021, CD
Instrument: Instrumental

Issue: 27.3

Jazz Ruler Type: BigBand
O's Jazz Ruler

Performance: 4
Performance Chart

Sound: 3
Sound Chart

Score: 87
Score Chart

O’s Notes: Saxophonist Bob Mintzer composes, arranges and conducts the renowned WDR Big Band for a fresh, vibrant, contemporary jazz set, Soundscapes. As always, the WDR Big Band is crisp, precise and powerful with excellent dynamics end to end. Mintzer blows warm melodies on top using tenor sax or EWI. The groove on the opener “A Reprieve”, grabs you right from the start then continues with “The Conversation” featuring trombonist Andy Hunter and pianist Billy Test. We also enjoyed “Herky Jerky”, “Canyon Winds”, “One Music” and the curious vibe on “Whack”.

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Publicist: Jazz Promo Services