Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra - Joyful Jazz (2015)
Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra - Joyful Jazz (2015)
MP3 320 kbps CBR | 69:15 min | 161 MB
Genre: Jazz, Vocal Jazz, Christmas | Label: MCG Jazz
MP3 320 kbps CBR | 69:15 min | 161 MB
Genre: Jazz, Vocal Jazz, Christmas | Label: MCG Jazz
When the Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra formed in 2010, the co-artistic directors, Sean Jones and Mike Tomaro decided a Holiday show would be a programming must. Now, the Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra Holiday Celebration has become a tradition for families all over the Greater Pittsburgh region as a way to take a break from the busy prep of the Season. That tradition found its home at Manchester Craftsmen's Guild (MCG) Jazz. Jones, says, "We want to try to recreate the spirit of what the Holiday is all about." On this recording the skilled musicians of the Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra render a new treatment on Holiday classics, and turn the Holiday Season into a unique celebration of wonder, bliss and merriment the whole family will enjoy. Mike Tomaro penned a brand new Holiday composition for the album in tribute to the great John Coltrane. Our very special guest vocalist Freddy Cole provides his impeccable sense of swing, expressiveness and elegance to the record. We hope you and your family find the spirit of the season when listening to our collection of Joyful Jazz.
Tracklist:
1. Jingle Bells (5:05)
2. Jingles, The Christmas Cat (Feat. Freddy Cole) (3:49)
3. Carol Of The Bells (6:04)
4. Blue Christmas (7:15)
5. A Cradle In Bethlehem (Feat. Freddy Cole) (6:19)
6. Do You Hear What I Hear (3:58)
7. It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year (4:55)
8. White Christmas (In The Sahara) (Feat. Freddy Cole) (6:34)
9. Merry Christmas, John Coltrane (4:03)
10. Snowfall (5:21)
11. Sleigh Ride (4:56)
12. The Christmas Song (3:58)
13. Joy To The World (6:59)
Sean Jones: co-conductor, co-artistic director, trumpet, flugelhorn; Mike Tomaro: co-conductor, co-artistic director, soprano, alto sax, flute, clarinet; Steve Hawk: trumpet, flugelhorn; James Moore: trumpet, flugelhorn; Kenny Rittenhouse: trumpet, flugelhorn; Curtis Johnson: alto sax, flute; Eric DeFade: tenor sax, flute, clarinet; Kenny Powell: tenor sax, clarinet; Brad Wagner: baritone sax (1-3, 9, 11, 12); James Germann: baritone sax, bass clarinet (4-8, 10, 13); Jeff Bush: trombone; Keith Jackson: trombone; Jay Ashby: trombone, percussion; Chris Carlson: bass trombone (1-3, 9, 11, 12); Glenn Wayland: bass trombone (4-8, 10, 13); Marty Ashby: classical and electric guitar; Alton Merrell: piano, keyboards; Paul Thompson: acoustic, electric bass; Thomas Wendt: drums; Lucas Ashby: percussion (3); Maureen Budway: vocal (12). Special guest – Freddy Cole: vocals (2, 5, 8).