Dial 'B' For Barbra
Dial 'B' For Barbra
表演者: Horace Tapscott Sextet
专辑类型: Album
介质: Audio CD
发行时间: 2006
唱片数: 1
出版者: Nimbus West Records
条形码: 0786497527526
专辑简介
Reviewed by Eddie Becton
Horace Tapscott, a staple in the jazz community for decades, will perhaps see his recordings resurrected as a result of Nimbus West Records' latest release, Dial 'B' for Barbra. While this disc has only three tracks, do not be deceived! Each track, from Lately's Solo clocking-in at 10:30 minutes,Dial 'B' for Barbra (9:50), to Dem' Folks (19:37) shows Tapscott at his lyrical best. As well, his accompanying band is stellar and provides the energy Tapscott was known for during his heyday.
Dem' Folks incorporates the robust horn section of Reggie Bullen (trumpet), Gary Bias (alto and soprano saxophones), and Sabir Mateen (tenor saxophone), all who play over and around Tapscott's circuitous melody. Roberto Miguel Miranda's bass violin handles the track's spirited and crisp running pattern.
The title track, Dial 'B' for Barbra is a very melodic piece and finds Tapscott employing a harmonically astute pattern accompanied by Miranda's smooth walking bass. And, it is Everett Brown Jr.'s well-timed notes on drums that make the track even more soothing. The swaying tempo is bound to capture listeners' attention and likely will find them moving here to fore as the track progresses. Reggie Bullen's (trumpet) solo is also worth noting as its muted sound adds an additional lyrical flavor.
Overall, Dial 'B' for Barbra is a great contribution to today's musical canon. And, hopefully, this disc will revive the discography of arguably one of the most underrated jazz pianists of all time.
曲目
Lately's Solo (10:30)
Dial 'B' for Barbara (9:50)
Dem' Folks (19:37)