Erica Lindsay - Dreamer (1989)

This is the debut album by the talented tenorist Erica Lindsay. Erica handpicked the musicians for this session: Howard Johnson on tuba, baritone sax, flugelhorn and pennywhistle; Robin Eubanks on trombone; Francesca Tanksley on piano; Anthony Cox on bass and Newman Baker on drums. She composes five of the six tunes, and arranges those with Howard Johnson stepping in on "Day Dream". 

Erica Lindsay's tenor sax is laid back and breathy, and it suits her compositions-which account for five of the cuts on this, her first recording under her own name. The drive of the piece though, comes from Howard Johnson, who plays from the bottom (tuba and baritone sax) to the top (penny whistle). Robin Eubanks makes a trombone appearance on one cut, too. The album as a whole is satisfying and fresh. ~ Jack Fuller, Chicago Tribune.  

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Candid Records, CS 9040, 1992
Recorded 3^rd-5^th March 1989 At Clinton Studios, New York City

Musicians:
Erica Lindsay - Tenor Saxophone
Howard Johnson - Tuba, Baritone Saxophone, Flugelhorn, Pennywhistle
Robin Eubanks - Trombone
Francesca Tanksley - Piano
Anthony Cox - Bass
Newman Baker - Drums 

Tracks:
A1. First Moment {Erica Lindsay} (8:55)
A2. Day Dream {Billy Strayhorn, Duke Ellington, John LaTouche} (6:21)
A3. Walking Together {Erica Lindsay} (7:15)
B1. Dreamer {Erica Lindsay} (6:57)
B2. At The Last Moment {Erica Lindsay} (6:48)
B3. Gratitude {Erica Lindsay} (7:58)

Total Time: 44:14

Credits:
Executive-Producer - Alan Bates
Recording Engineer, Producer - David Baker
Producer - Kenny Inaoka
Design - Eliko Yamanaka, Takeshi Masuda
Photography - Shunsuke Yamamoto
Liner Notes - Nat Hentoff 

Also released as Candid Records [CCD 79040]

Magnificent !!!
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Certainly, one of our most Unsung Current Reed Players! Erica Lindsay plays w/ passion, flexibility and originality. All of her recordings are must haves, but this one, her first remains my personal favorite. A great cast of supporting, innovative musicians as well - Robin Eubanks, Francesca Tanksley, Howard Johnson, Anthony Cox, Newman Baker. An Absolute Gem! ~ Robert Ricketts, 5 Stars, Amazon.com.

Thom Rotella 4-Tet - Out Of The Blues (2007)

Thom Rotella might not be a familiar name to the average jazz fan, but if you have an ear for jazz guitar you've probably enjoyed his music at some time over the past two decades. If so - or even if the multi-talented artist is unfamiliar to you - a new album on the Four-Bar Music label will give you the opportunity to hear him at his best. Out Of The Blues is obviously a labor of love for the artist, representing not only his musical side but also his business sense, because Four-Bar Music is his creation. He formed it in partnership with industry veteran Donald Elfman, a long-time friend from their days together at Telarc. On the musical side of the equation, Rotella has formed an outstanding quartet - or as he calls it, a 4-tet - consisting of himself, drummer Roy McCurdy, bassist Luther Hughes, and either Llew Matthews or Rich Eames on piano (varies by track). It's a talented bunch of pros, with a strong background that in some cases includes service with Cannonball Adderley, Sonny Rollins, and Jackie McClean. But Rotella is the star here, and the album leans to the bluesy side - hence the name - but still manages to provide listeners with a nice mix of traditional and newer sounds. With my built-in antenna for old standards fully operational, I found that three of the tracks qualify. Those include "My Foolish Heart" and "I Hear A Rhapsody," both played pretty straight and nicely done, and "The Way You Look Tonight," probably the best of the three. It begins traditionally and then segues into some nice improvisational play by both Rotella and drummer McCurdy. The other seven tracks are all Rotella's own compositions, and he's very good indeed at writing music. There are several keepers here, chief among them probably "Bluze 4 Youze," along with the soft ballad "Glimmer," and a little something called "All Ways." The latter was one of my favorites, an intoxicating Latin beat helping give the piece extra appeal. A nice collection from Thom Rotella and his strangely-named ensemble. ~ GeezerMusicClub.com.

Four Bar Music, none, 2007 

Musicians:
Thom Rotella - Guitars
Llew Matthews, Rich Eames - Piano
Luther Hughes - Bass
Roy McCurdy - Drums 

Tracks:
01. Who Dat? {Thom Rotella} (5:36)
02. Bluze 4 Youze {Thom Rotella} (6:39)
03. My Foolish Heart {Victor Young, Ned Washington} (7:31)
04. The Dr. Is In {Thom Rotella} (7:50)
05. Never Say Goodbye {Thom Rotella} (6:47)
06. The Way You Look Tonight {Jerome Kern, Dorothy Fields‎} (7:54)
07. All Ways {Thom Rotella} (3:25)
08. I Hear A Rhapsody {George Fragos, Jack Baker, Dick Gasparre} (5:51)
09. Shimmer {Thom Rotella} (6:18)
10. Be Here Now {Thom Rotella} (10:26)

Total Time: 67:57

A Jazzy Rotella

I can't believa that no-one has reviewed this album. This album is so great! Everybody I played it for just loves it. My bebop father, my souly wife etc etc. This is Thom doing his thing jazzy style with almost Wes Montgomery style electric guitar and good support from his all acoustic band. Every song is a winner and I play it over and over again. First, I thought it reminded a bit of Lee Ritenours jazzy Stolen moments (another great album) but now I hear Thom's own voice and I like it very much. ~ W. Anders, 5 Stars Amazon.com.

Eric Kloss - Sweet Connections (1979)

Eric Kloss is one of many artists recorded live at E.J.'s in Atlanta before it ceased operations in 1982. Unlike typical guest artists performing there, Kloss doesn't simply play with a local house band; he is joined throughout both dates by pianist Gil Goldstein, with bassist Steve Tisher and drummer Terry Silverlight added on the last three selections. Kloss, who abruptly seemed to have ceased performing and recording without explanation during the 1980s, is in great form on these 1979 live sets. The duo leads off with "Sweet Connections," a furious original credited to both men. The saxophonist's lush ballads "Wrapped in a Cloud" and "The Sands of Time" are followed by a fairly straightforward interpretation of rocker James Taylor's "Places in My Past." Goldstein shows off a bit in a rollicking duet of the standard "Love Is Here to Stay," with Kloss adding a bit of a wry solo. Like other recordings made at E.J.'s and issued on its equally defunct namesake label, the piano sounds a bit muddy and distant, making one wonder if the musicians realized they were being recorded, though this rare opportunity to hear Eric Kloss in a live setting late in his career overcomes any sonic shortcomings. ~ by Ken Dryden, AMG.

Live At EJ's, JLR 103.501, 1998
Recorded 19^th & 20^th December, 1979 Live At E.J.'s Night Club, Atlanta, Georgia 

Musicians:
Eric Kloss - Alto Sax (#1-9), Tenor Sax (#7-9)
Gil Goldstein - Piano
Steve Tisher - Bass (#7-9)
Terry Silverlight - Drums (#7-9) 

Tracks:
1. Sweet Connections {Eric Kloss, Gil Goldstein} (5:04)
2. Wrapped In A Cloud {Eric Kloss} (7:27)
3. The Sands Of Time {Eric Kloss} (7:20)
4. Places In My Past {James Taylor} (5:40)
5. Irish Fantasy - The Ballad Of Charlotte McGhee {Eric Kloss} (10:51)
6. Love Is Here To Stay {George & Ira Gershwin} (5:53)
7. Days Of Wine And Roses {Henry Mancini, Johnny Mercer} (5:41)
8. Gil's Tune {Gil Goldstein} (8:42)
9. The Seasons {Gil Goldstein} (9:25) 

Total Time: 66:03

Credits:
Design [Cover] - Studio Eric Wondergem BNO
Photography [Cover] - Arsis
Liner Notes - William Hogeland

Ricky Ford - Ricky's Choice (1999)

This is a compilation of tracks picked out by Ricky Ford from his releases on the Muse jazz label released between 1980 - 1984.

Ricky has certainly chosen some wonderful tracks for the compilation. Half the tunes are his own compositions, two from Wayne Shorter and the rest well-known Jazz standards. He is joined by a solid cast of players, that include some great horn players; Wallace Roney, Jimmy Knepper, Bobby Watson, James Spaulding, pianists; John Hicks, Albert Dailey, Kirk Lightsey, guitarist; Larry Coryell and bassists; Walter Booker, Ray Drummond, Rufus Reid with the perpetual drummer Jimmy Cobb as a mainstay. This CD is just pure entertainment, Enjoy!

#1,2 - Flying Colors - Muse Records [MR 5227] (1980)
#4,9,10 - Future's Gold - Muse [MR 5296] (1983)
#3,8 - Interpretations - Muse Records [MR 5275] (1982)
#6,7 - Shorter Ideas - Muse Records [MR 5314] (1984)
#5 - Tenor For The Times - Muse Records [MR 5250] (1981) 

32 Jazz, 32172, 1999 

Musicians:
Ricky Ford - Tenor Saxophone
Wallace Roney - Trumpet (#3)
Jimmy Knepper - Trombone (#6,7)
Bobby Watson - Alto Saxophone (#3)
James Spaulding - Alto Saxophone (#6,7)
John Hicks - Piano (#1,2,3,8)
Albert Dailey - Piano (#4,5,9,10)
Kirk Lightsey - Piano (#6,7)
Larry Coryell - Guitar (#4,9,10)
Walter Booker - Bass (#1,2,3,8)
Ray Drummond - Bass (#4,9,10)
Rufus Reid - Bass (#5,6,7)
Jimmy Cobb - Drums 

Tracks:
01. Jordanian Walk {Ricky Ford} (8:37)
02. Take The Coltrane {Duke Ellington} (4:42)
03. Interpretations Opus 5 {Ricky Ford} (7:08)
04. You Don't Know What Love Is {Gene DePaul, Don Raye} (6:07)
05. This Our Love [Esse Nosso Amor] {Ricky Ford} (7:31)
06. Yes Or No {Wayne Shorter} (5:41)
07. Miyako {Wayne Shorter} (4:51)
08. Moon Mist {Mercer Ellington} (5:43)
09. A-Flat Now {Ricky Ford} (4:40)
10. Samba De Caribe {Ricky Ford} (4:34) 

Total Time: 59:34

Notes:
See Tracks [Personnel].txt for further details.
Ripped to WAV > Trimmed > Optimised > FLAC

Stanley Cowell - New World (1981) [vinyl]

This album was released in 1981 by Ohio jazz pianist Stanley Cowell, one of the founders of the prestigious label "Strata East". It has a similar style as heard on his previous albums, but with a slightly sharper feeling, but still quite easy listening. In its favour are the fine arrangements and solos. Firstly, he presents the only standard, the well-known Duke Ellington piece "Come Sunday" which comes off well. "Ask Him" has a sacred gospel type chorus; "Island Of Haitoo" where the sound of the mbira produces a calypso sound; and a replay of a tune from "Regeneration", "I'm Trying To Find A Way", the rhythm is fusion that will get you dancing. Followed by "El Space-O" with its killer bassline and a strange 'spacey' electric piano, and then finally rounded off with "Sienna: Welcome To This New World". Essentially an album with a lyrical, sophisticated, and lively touch of the piano makes this LP a feel-good outing, Enjoy! 

Galaxy Records, GXY 5131, 1981
Recorded November, 1978 At Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, California 

Musicians:
Stanley Cowell - Piano, Electric Piano, Prepared Pianos, Kalimba,
Hammond Organ, Orchestra Chimes, Backing Vocals
Pat Patrick - Piccolo, Flute, Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone
Julian Priester - Alto, Tenor & Bass Trombones
Eddie Henderson - Trumpet, Electric Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Nate Rubin - Violin
Terry Adams - Cello
Cecil McBee - Bass
Roy Haynes - Drums
Kenneth Nash - Percussion
Judy Lacey - Vocals
Robert & Linda Mandolph - Vocals 

Tracks:
A1. Come Sunday {Duke Ellington} (8:39)
A2. Ask Him {Stanley Cowell, Cecil McBee} (4:45)
A3. Island Of Haitoo {Stanley Cowell, Scott} (4:13)
B1. I'm Trying To Find A Way {Stanley Cowell, Viki McLaughlin} (7:27)
B2. El Space-O {Stanley Cowell, Cecil McBee, Roy Haynes} (8:18)
B3. Sienna: Welcome To This New World {Stanley Cowell} (2:42) 

Total Time: 36:04

Credits:
Producer - Ed Michel
Engineer - Baker Bigsby
Assistant - Wally Buck
Mastering - George Horn
Art Direction & Design - Phil Carroll
Photography - Phil Bray 

Notes:
Arranger & Conductor - Stanley Cowell
Mixing & Mastering At Fantasy Studios, Berkeley 

A surprisingly righteous little album from Stanley Cowell - a set cut after his more famous music for the Strata East label, but one that still hangs onto a similar vibe! The style's a bit tighter than before, but still filled with soul and spirit - thanks to a lineup that includes Julian Priester on trombone, Eddie Henderson on trumpet, and Pat Patrick on reeds - making a key appearance here away from the Sun Ra Arkestra! Cowell plays both piano and keyboards, and the record has a bit of strings, and a bit of vocals - but all used tastefully, in ways that further enforce the depth of the tunes. Tracks include "El Space-O", "Ask Him", "Island Of Haitoo", and "I'm Tryin To Find A Way".  © Dusty Groove, Inc.

Marion Brown Quartet - Why Not? (1966) [vinyl]

Issued in 1968, Why Not? is Marion Brown's second outing for the ESP label as a leader. The saxophonist also guested on a Burton Greene date earlier that same year. Featuring pianist Stanley Cowell, Coltrane alumnus Rashied Ali (Coltrane had been dead less than a year at this time), and bassist Norris Sirone Jones, Brown reveals his great strengths as a composer and bandleader, which are matched by his abilities as a soloist. The opener, "La Sorella," features a gorgeous opening solo by Cowell. Using large and intricate chorded modal phrases, Cowell creates a virtual chromatic field for the rest of the rhythm section -- Jones, in particular, responds in kind with scintillating three-string figures that add a deeper series of conical figures for ballast. Brown enters just behind Ali in full cry on the alto. Using a Coltrane-esque song figure to respond to Cowell's stunningly beautiful foundation, Brown blows lean but long lines before a long solo by Jones cuts them all quiet. When the band enters, they are in prelude form, with spun-out piano lines ever in anticipation and Brown calling something out of the ether that never quite materializes, which is fine because on "Fortunata" it does: a ballad that develops into something wholly other without changing tempo. This is jazz as expressionism; it doesn't need to be "free" because it has been untethered from the opening bars. Brown's solo here lilts on the branches of Cowell's arresting, nearly Debussian chromatic figures that extend harmonic ranges almost without end. By the time the band gets to the title track, a free workout in a dizzying tempo, the listener is grounded enough in Brown's composed lyricism so as not to be surprised at all when the fury of the tempo is elongated by the temperance in tension the band creates. Finally, on "Homecoming," where the ballad begins to show its face once more, each member steps in to underline and deconstruct it by using contrapuntal lyricism as a contrast. Even Ali, one of the great powerhouse drummers, dances rather than sprints around the band, even in his lengthy solo. This is a phenomenal album, a place where Marion Brown got to reveal early on why he was such a formidable force: He understood the inherent importance of musical traditions and he also understood how imperative it was to them and to jazz to extend them in a manner that left their roots clearly visible. ~ Thom Jurek, AMG.

ESP-Disk, ESP 1040, 1968
Recorded 23^rd October, 1966 in New York City 

Musicians:
Marion Brown - Alto Saxophone
Stanley Cowell - Piano
Norris "Sirone" Jones - Bass
Rashied Ali - Drums 

Tracks:
A1. La Sorrella {Marion Brown} (11:28)
A2. Fortunato {Marion Brown} (8:33)
B1. Why Not? {Marion Brown} (6:56)
B2. Homecoming {Marion Brown} (10:15) 

Total Time: 37:12

Credits:
Recording Engineer - George Klabin
Cover Photo - Guy Kopelowicz
Cover Graphics - Boby Jerry

Stanley Cowell - Equipoise (1978) [vinyl]

Prior to recording this album as a leader, Stanley Cowell had mainly worked as an accompanist for other well-known artists such as Max Roach, Marion Brown, Sonny Rollins, JJ Johnson, Art Pepper and many others. In 1978 he assembled a trio with Cecil McBee on double bass and Roy Haynes on drums to release "Equipoise". On the program were four of his own compositions including the title track, as well as "Lady Blue" a composition by Cecil and "Dr Jackie" by Jackie McLean. On this album Cecil McBee makes his presence heard with a very rounded and resonant bass, especially showcased by his moving and poignant solo on "Lady Blue". In addition, heard in action is the masterful drumming of Roy Haynes particularly expressed on the faster tracks, such as "Dave's Chant" where he expounds his full potential. Cowell is one of those wonderful jazz pianists who isn’t a huge innovator, but has forged a distinctive style all of his own for many decades embodied in his expansive discography. “Equipoise” is a valuable example of his earlier work, an indication of a profound career to come, well recommended! 

Galaxy Records, GXY 4121, 1979
Recorded 28^th-30^th November, 1978 At Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, California 

Musicians:
Stanley Cowell - Piano
Cecil McBee - Bass
Roy Haynes - Drums 

Tracks:
A1. Equipoise {Stanley Cowell} (4:46)
A2. Lady Blue {Cecil McBee} (4:19)
A3. Musa And Maimoun {Stanley Cowell} (9:09)
B1. Dr. Jackle {Jackie McLean} (3:14)
B2. November Mood {Stanley Cowell} (8:32)
B3. Dave's Chant {Stanley Cowell} (7:00) 

Total Time: 37:00

Credits:
Producer - Ed Michel
Engineer - Baker Bigsby
Engineer [Assistant] - Danny Kopelson, Wally Buck
Mastering - David Turner
Photography - Phil Bray
Art Direction - Phil Carroll
Design - Lucinda Cowell

Geri Allen - Timeless Portraits And Dreams (2006)

Geri Allen's musical interests prove to be quite diverse in Timeless Portraits and Dreams, delving into jazz, spirituals, sacred works and originals, accompanied by two of the most in-demand veterans, bassist Ron Carter and drummer Jimmy Cobb, throughout most of the release. Allen's stunning solo opener "Oh Freedom" segues directly into another fine work, "Melchezedek," which showcases both Allen and Carter in the solo spotlight, with wordless vocals by the Atlanta Jazz Chorus adding background color. Singer Carmen Lundy and the chorus are on hand for the spirit-filled "Well Done" and Allen's gorgeous ballad "Timeless Portraits and Dreams." Other vocal tracks include two features for tenor George Shirley, including "I Have a Dream" (from Mary Lou's Mass composed by Mary Lou Williams after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.) and a vigorous treatment of the piece considered as the Black National Anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing." Trumpeter Wallace Roney (Allen's husband) smolders in Allen's tasty post-bop vehicle "In Real Time" and makes a belated entrance in the tense, strident tribute "Our Lady (For Billie Holiday)." Allen throws the listener a curve with her well-disguised introduction to the trio arrangement of Charlie Parker's "Ah-Leu-Cha" and uncovers a neglected gem in Lil Hardin Armstrong's ballad "Just for a Thrill." While some jazz fans may prefer to hear Geri Allen in a strictly instrumental setting, they will miss out if they fail to investigate these stimulating sessions. Highly recommended. ~ by Ken Dryden, AMG.

Telarc Jazz, CD-83645, 2006
Recorded 16^th-17^th March, 2006 At Avatar Studio A, New York City 

Personnel:
Geri Allen - Piano, Solo Piano (#2,5), Vocals
Wallace Roney - Trumpet (#8,12)
Donald Walden - Tenor Saxophone (#6)
Ron Carter - Upright Bass (#2-4,6-12,14)
Jimmy Cobb - Drums (#2-4,6-12,14)
George Shirley - Vocals [Tenor] (#6)
Carmen Lundy - Vocals, Arranger (#4,13)
Atlantic Jazz Chorus (#2,4,5,13)
Dwight Andrews - Chorus Director 

Tracks:
01. Oh Freedom {Traditional} (1:52)
02. Melchezedik {Antoine Roney, Arr. Geri Allen} (7:07)
03. Portraits And Dreams {Geri Allen} (2:27)
04. Well Done {Kenny Lattimore, Pat McClain, Arr. Geri Allen} (5:22)
05. La Strada {Nino Rota, Arr. Geri Allen} (4:21)
06. I Have A Dream {Mary Lou Williams, Arr. Carmen Lundy} (2:24)
07. Nearly {Ron Carter} (4:28)
08. In Real Time {Geri Allen, Wallace Roney} (5:40)
09. Embraceable You {George Gershwin} (2:48)
10. Ah-Leu-Cha {Charlie Parker, Arr. Geri Allen} (4:52)
11. Just For A Thrill {Lil Hardin Armstrong, Arr. Geri Allen} (4:21)
12. Our Lady [For Billie Holiday] {Geri Allen} (5:59)
13. Timeless Portraits And Dreams {Geri Allen} (5:05)
14. Portraits And Dreams [Reprise] {Geri Allen} (1:39) 

Total Time: 58:25

Credits:
Producer, Liner Notes - Geri Allen
Producer - Elaine Martone
Executive Producer - Robert Woods
Engineer, Mastering - Robert Friedrich
Assistant Engineer - Peter Doris
Production Coordination - Ora Ross Harris 

Note:
Lift Every Voice And Sing {James Weldon Johnson, John Rosamond Johnson} (3:52)
on Bonus CD as single track

Ted Curson - Tears For Dolphy (1964)

Although the term "avant-garde" is used several times in the liner notes, this quartet outing by trumpeter Ted Curson, tenor saxophonist Bill Barron, bassist Herb Bushler and drummer Dick Berk actually falls between hard bop and free bop. Curson and Barron in particular made for a potent team and their interplay on nine originals (five by Curson, four by Barron) is quite impressive, swinging and occasionally witty. This CD reissue brings back the entire Tears for Dolphy album plus three of the six songs from the Flip Top LP, all recorded the same day. Although the title cut does not live up to its potential, such tunes as "Kassim," "7/4 Funny Time," "Quicksand" and "Searchin' for the Blues" manage to be both explorative and surprisingly accessible. ~ by Scott Yanow, AMG.

Fontana, 688 310, 1965
Arista/Freedom, AL 1021, 1975
Black Lion Records, BLCD 760190, 1993
Recorded 1^st August 1964 At Acousti Studio, Paris, France 

Musicians:
Ted Curson - Trumpet (#1-4,6-9), Pocket Trumpet (#5)
Bill Barron - Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet (#5)
Herb Bushler - Bass
Dick Berk - Drums 

Tracks:
1. Kassim {Ted Curson} (7:41)
2. East 6th Street {Bill Barron} (5:39)
3. 7/4 Funny Time {Bill Barron} (5:28)
4. Tears For Dolphy {Ted Curson} (8:32)
5. Quicksand {Ted Curson} (6:40)
6. Reava's Waltz {Ted Curson} (7:11)
7. Searchin' For The Blues {Ted Curson} (7:48)
8. Desolation {Bill Barron} (8:46)
9. Light Blue {Bill Barron} (3:44) 

Total Time: 61:29

Credits:
Producer, Liner Notes - Alan Bates 

Notes:
Originally released on Freedom Records.
#7-9 not on original LP but previously released on Flip Top. 

Ted Curson - Live In Paris - Plays The Music Of Charles Mingus (2008)

A live recording performed by veteran trumpeter Ted Curson's sextet in Paris in 2008. A spotlight is on the music of jazz giant Charles Mingus, with whom he was a band member in the 1960s and was deeply influenced by Mingus' music. In this regard four Mingus tunes are showcased and Ted includes two of his own to round off the program. This ensemble is enriched with three horns; Ted on trumpets and flugelhorn along with Ricky Ford's tenor saxophone and Sarah Morrow's trombone; on piano is Tom McClung and the rhythm section is made up of bassist Peter Giron and drummer Doug Sides. With consistent effort and expertise on behalf of all players the music of Charles Mingus is brought back to life. 

Elabeth Records, ELA621063, 2012
Recorded 27^th October, 2008 in Paris, France 

Musicians:
Ted Curson - Trumpet, Trumpet [Piccolo], Flugelhorn
Sarah Morrow - Trombone
Ricky Ford - Tenor Saxophone
Tom McClung - Piano
Peter Giron - Bass
Doug Sides - Drums 

Tracks:
1. Playhouse March {Ted Curson} (10:21)
2. Tears For Dolphy {Ted Curson} (13:20)
3. Fables Of Faubus {Charles Mingus} (9:34)
4. Nostalgia In Time Square {Charles Mingus} (11:32)
5. Goodbye Pork Pie Hat {Charles Mingus} (10:55)
6. Better Git Hit In Your Soul {Charles Mingus} (15:09)

Total Time: 70:51 

Note:
Excess applause was edited out where possible.
Album also contains a Hidden Track (1:21) not included in playlist.
Ted talks about the passing of Eric Dolphy;
he was prompted to write "Tears For Dolphy". 

Credits:
Producer - Jean Szlamowicz, Jérôme Partage
Executive Producer - Didier Drussant
Recording Engineer - Jérémy Bénichou
Mastering - Guillaume Billaud
Design - René Oghia
Liner Notes - Ira Gitler

Dino Rubino Trio - Zenzi (2012)

In 2011, Dino Rubino recorded his first album as a trio, a tribute of the Sicilian pianist, trumpeter and composer to the South African singer and activist, whose valorises the melodic and rhythmic heritage in a multi-sided portrait in a jazz key: the Miriam Makeba world music singer, jazz musician, storyteller, folk singer. 

"The political activity of Miriam Makeba, her death in Castelvolturno, the link between Sicily and Africa, lands that have much more in common than physical proximity, are all aspects that bind me personally to the story of this extraordinary artist; says Rubino, and that I wanted to represent, in my way, in an album. And the musical project developed very naturally, almost instinctively. In particular, the reading of her autobiography, a collection of stories that touch personal events, the relationship with his land, his important encounters, as well as a description of his artistic and musical thought, together with listening to his songs, alone they had the power to evoke the arrangements and new compositions that I then recorded. It was not a "head" job: the more things I was discovering about Miriam Makeba, the more I felt it was mine.” 

From a stylistic point of view, the rhythmic variation and a strong sense of color characterize the trio, together with the sobriety of the trait. The high stature rhythm that accompanies Dino for this project is able to best enhance the dual personality of the Sicilian musician: Stefano Bagnoli, more tied to the tradition of the modern mainstream, and Paolino dalla Porta, who represents the most open jazz line and European. As in its best sense, the trio becomes an equal body, in which ideas develop in a circular way between the three instruments favoring the improvisational dimension and the interplay. ~ Extract translated from DinoRubino.com.

Tuk Records, CD009, 2012
Recorded 25^th & 26^th February, 2011 At Studio ArteSuono, Cavalicco, Udine, Italy 

Musicians:
Dino Rubino - Piano, Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Paolino Dalla Porta - Bass
Stefano Bagnoli - Drums 

Tracks:
01. Malaika {Fadhili William Mdawida} (6:40)
02. Where I Can Go {Leonard M. Fuld, S. Berland, Sonny Miller} (7:08)
03. Mama Afrika {Dino Rubino, Paolino Dalla Porta, Stefano Bagnoli} (3:23)
04. Song For Miriam {Dino Rubino} (7:46)
05. Pata Pata {Franco Edgardo A., Makeka Miriam, Ragovoy Jerry} (4:30)
06. From Sicily {Dino Rubino} (2:18)
07. To Afrika {Dino Rubino} (6:53)
08. Nina Nanna {Dino Rubino} (6:24)
09. Good-Bye Zenzi {Dino Rubino} (6:01)
10. Sangoma {Dino Rubino} (9:01) 

Total Time: 60:04

Credits:
Producer - Dino Rubino
Recording, Mixing & Mastering - Stefano Americo
Photo - Roberto Cifarelli
Painting - Monica Zani
Graphic Design - Benno Simma