Romance Language

Rich ballads and romantic moods are produced by Thomas Marriott, who plays tender trumpet and fluid flugelhorn as he's supported by the orchestrations and programming by keyboardist Ryan Cohen, vibe master Joe Lock, bassist Jeff Johnson and deft drummer John Bishop. The pastoral strings serve as rich drapery as Locke adds thoughtful vibes to Marriott's reflective musings on the elegiac "Dexter's Tune" and lyrical "Forgiveness." Glassy piano and vibes caress the horn during "Kampala Moon" and a muted horn is teamed with the breezy strings and sensitive drums during "Piggyback." Richly toned pastels that create wonderous atmospheres. Lovely.