Though Bob Mintzer normally works in the big band tradition, the tenor saxophonist does the occasional small combo session as well. In the Moment is one of those rare sets, recorded in one December 2004 session with the rhythm section of pianist Phil Markowitz, bassist Jay Anderson and drummer John Riley. A completely straightforward mainstream jazz set in the post-bop tradition, In the Moment mostly consists of originals (the highlight of which is Markowitz's lovely ballad "Forgiveness"), with a respectful take on the ballad standard "Time After Time" and a playful, swinging version of Eddie Harris' soul-jazz hit "Listen Here" thrown in for variety. Two showcases for the woody, funky tone of Mintzer's bass clarinet, "Blues" and "What's the Word," add another dimension to the album. In a way, there's nothing special about In the Moment, no mindblowing solos or particularly exciting interplay between the bandmembers. It's simply a solid contemporary jazz album with no crossover pretensions. That alone makes it an endearing, enjoyable listen. ~ Stewart Mason.
Hello Luigi First of all congratulations for the return of your blog I missed !! For the Bob Mintzer - In the moment, I'm afraid that the track number 3 is corrupted. Could you please re-up it? I thank you in advance Best regards
Hello, Thanks for your nice blog and all the great music you share. For the Bob Mintzer 'In the Moment', the track number 3 is corrupted. Could you please re-up it ?
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Though Bob Mintzer normally works in the big band tradition, the
ReplyDeletetenor saxophonist does the occasional small combo session as
well. In the Moment is one of those rare sets, recorded in one
December 2004 session with the rhythm section of pianist Phil
Markowitz, bassist Jay Anderson and drummer John Riley. A
completely straightforward mainstream jazz set in the post-bop tradition, In the Moment mostly consists of originals (the
highlight of which is Markowitz's lovely ballad "Forgiveness"),
with a respectful take on the ballad standard "Time After Time"
and a playful, swinging version of Eddie Harris' soul-jazz hit
"Listen Here" thrown in for variety. Two showcases for the woody, funky tone of Mintzer's bass clarinet, "Blues" and "What's the Word," add another dimension to the album. In a way, there's
nothing special about In the Moment, no mindblowing solos or
particularly exciting interplay between the bandmembers. It's
simply a solid contemporary jazz album with no crossover
pretensions. That alone makes it an endearing, enjoyable listen.
~ Stewart Mason.
Hello Luigi
ReplyDeleteFirst of all congratulations for the return of your blog I missed !!
For the Bob Mintzer - In the moment, I'm afraid that the track number 3 is corrupted.
Could you please re-up it?
I thank you in advance
Best regards
Phil
Hello,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your nice blog and all the great music you share.
For the Bob Mintzer 'In the Moment', the track number 3 is corrupted.
Could you please re-up it ?
Thanks a lot
Best regards
Phil
Hey,
ReplyDeleteYou have an incredible blog!!! I can't believe your selection of amazing music. I was hoping you could re-up the Bob Mintzer. Track 3 is not working. Many thanks in advance. Keep up the great work!!!
Cheers,
Levedi
First class album. Thanks for sharing.
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