Live Your Dream: Live at North Street Cabaret

Brad Goode and his trumpet are in excellent company, where this live set from Madison, Wisconsin's North Street Cabaret sees the quintet dancing through 8 tunes.

The animated "Covid Nightmare" leads with Goode's lively trumpet and Adrean Farrugia's warm keys making an impression, and "For Michael" follows with Jay Anderson's playful bass plucking that suits the cautious mood and Goode's rich horn.

Halfway through the night, "Lover Man" benefits from Adam Nussbaum's strategic drumming via the thoughtful climate, while "Live Your Dream" enlists Ernie Watts' inimitable sax prowess for the layered album highlight.

"Someday My Prince Will Come" arrives late and blends the tenor sax with a precise rhythm section in the colorful delivery, and "Goose Dance" exits with an infectious energy that will indeed get your body moving to the melodic lines and collaborative interaction.

A creative and unpredictable experience, the sound quality here is excellent, and the band is spot on for a solo filled and timeless jazz evening you're going to wish you were present for.