Grooveyard

*Top 11 CDs of 2024* A number of arrangements or inspired works created by John La Barbera, based on the material or performances of Dave Brubeck, Henri Mancini, Carl Perkins, John Coltrane, Kenny Dorham, Elvin Jones and others. They are played by a big band. The special thing about this formula is that not the entire band is constantly in the picture. There is a nice variety of solo instruments and conversations between those instruments and the rest of the band. That makes those performances very varied and wildly attractive. Add to that the great dynamics and there is an absolute formula for success.