Details

Field of Interest

Jazz

Content Type

Music recording

Duration

1 hour

Format

Audio

Sub Genre

Early Jazz and Dixieland, Swing

Label

Jazzology

Page Count

11

Performer

Tom Fischer, Tim "Breeze" Laughlin, John Royen, Hank Mackie, fl. 1976, Hal Smith, 1953-, Al Bernard, 1888-1949

Date Recorded

1995-12

Release Date

1995

Review

The Pete Fountain-inspired clarinetist Tim Laughlin and multi-reedist Tom Fischer (tripling on clarinet, soprano and alto) from Banu Gibson's band team up on this exuberant Dixieland set. With fine support from John Royen (an excellent stride pianist), rhythm guitarist Hank Mackie, bassist Al Bernard and drummer Hal Smith (who takes a few decent vocals), the two reeds are in excellent form. The main fault of the disc is the rather clichéd material. Does one really need new versions of "Basin St. Blues," "St. James Infirmary," "Memories of You" and "Sweet Georgia Brown," especially when these interpretations add nothing to each song's legacy? However, overall, the music is enjoyable, if lacking in surprises. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

Subject

Jazz, Music & Performing Arts, Swing, Swing

Keywords and Translated Subjects

Swing