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    Rob McConnell and The Boss Brass - Big Band Christmas (1998)

    Posted By: Designol
    Rob McConnell and The Boss Brass - Big Band Christmas (1998)

    Rob McConnell and The Boss Brass - Big Band Christmas (1998)
    EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 317 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 149 Mb | Scans included | 00:59:48
    Bop, Swing, Big Band, Mainstream Jazz, Holidays, Christmas | Label: Concord | # CCD-4844-2

    Rob McConnell & the Boss Brass add plenty of spice to this Christmas jazz CD, not only with superb, fresh charts but a few surprising selections. The rich brass and reeds carry the deliberate rendition of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," which segues into a perky Latin-flavored chart of "I'll Be Home for Christmas." "Away in a Manger" is not the commonly heard melody but one first written in 1887, though the music will likely be familiar, even if one doesn't associate it with the well-known lyrics. The lush setting of "The Christmas Song," which likely set Mel Tormé and Bob Wells for life with royalty checks due to its many recordings, showcases the leader's valve trombone and pianist David Restivo. "My Favorite Things," originally written for The Sound of Music, has gradually been transformed into double duty as a Christmas carol; this swinging interpretation works very well. Johnny Mandel, the composer of many memorable melodies, deserves greater recognition for his gorgeous piece "A Christmas Love Song"; this arrangement deserved to help put it on the jazz map. Rob McConnell & the Boss Brass consistently delivered first-rate music throughout their existence, this holiday CD no exception.

    Review by Ken Dryden, Allmusic.com

    Having recorded two recent theme–oriented albums for Concord Jazz ( Play the Jazz Classics, Even Canadians Get the Blues ) Rob McConnell and his valorous Boss Brass confront the definitive musical “theme” in a Big Band Christmas. The carols and other seasonal offerings, all expertly arranged by McConnell, are wonderfully recited by an ensemble that is known and respected as much for its tastefulness as for its power and precision. As Rob says in the liner notes, “My approach to all the carols (probably to music in general) is quite traditional. I don’t see the value in Jazzing up some of this music, although I have taken some liberties harmonically which I hope is okay.” It’s okay with us, Rob. Just keep doing what you’ve been doing with the Boss Brass for more than three decades. It seems to be working. The carols include “Away in a Manger” (whose melody differs slightly from the one most Americans are used to hearing; it’s the one McConnell sang in church as a young man) and medleys consisting of “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear”/“Silent Night” and “O Little Town of Bethlehem”/“Joy to the World.” The more recent songs are given a Jazzier treatment, with peerless flugel Guido Basso featured on “The Christmas Waltz” and Johnny Mandel’s “Christmas Love Song.” McConnell’s valve trombone is heard only on Mel Tormé/Bob Wells’ “Christmas Song” (with pianist Dave Restivo also soloing). Tenor saxophonist Pat LaBarbera, subbing for mainstay Rick Wilkins, who was in Europe and missed his first recording with the Boss Brass in 27 years, solos with trumpeter Kevin Turcotte on the opening medley (“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”/“I’ll Be Home for Christmas”). Dave Dunlop, who succeeded the great Arnie Chycoski in the lead trumpet chair an album ago, plays beautifully on “Silver Bells”/“In the Bleak Mid–Winter,” as does veteran guitarist Ed Bickert (who is heard again with alto John Johnson on “Midnight Clear”/“Silent Night”). Frank Loesser’s “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve,” ordinarily played as a ballad, is given an assertive Latin overlay with a trace of "Tico Tico," a knotty soli for brass, and peppery solos by Restivo, alto Moe Koffman and trumpeter Steve McDade. LaBarbera returns (on soprano) with tenor Alex Dean on "My Favorite Things," while lead trombonist Alastair Kay is showcased on "Bethlehem"/"Joy to the World" to close another marvelous session by the peerless Boss Brass, which at Christmas or any other time of year affirms its reputation as one of the world's most colorful and accomplished big bands.

    Review by Jack Bowers, AllAboutJazz.com (November 1, 1998)

    Rob McConnell and The Boss Brass - Big Band Christmas (1998)



    Rob Mcconnell - Valve Trombone

    The Boss Brass
    Мое Koffman - Piccolo, Flute, Clarinet, Soprano & Alto Saxophones
    John Johnson - Flute, Clarinet, Soprano & Alto Saxophones
    Alex Dean - Flute, Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone
    Pat Labarbera - Flute, Clarinet, Soprano & Tenor Saxophones
    Bob Leonard - Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Baritone Saxophone
    Dave Dunlop - Lead Trumpet, Flugelhorn
    Steve Mcdade, John Macleod, Guido Basso, Kevin Turcotte - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
    Alastair Kay - Lead Trombone
    Bob Livingston, Jerry Johnson, Ernie Pattison Bass - Trombone
    James Macdonald, Judy Kay - French Horn
    David Restivo - Piano
    Ed Bickert - Guitar
    Jim Vivian - Bass
    Ted Warren - Drums
    Brian Leonard - Percussion On Some Selections

    Recorded at DAVE, Toronto, Ontario, Canada April 27 & 28, 1998. Mixed & Assembled at PER, Hayward, CA.

    Tracklist:

    01. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas / I'll Be Home For Christmas (7:19)
    02. Silver Bells / In The Bleak Mid-Winter (3:58)
    03. White Christmas / Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow / Winter Wonderland (7:00)
    04. Away In A Manger (2:10)
    05. The Christmas Waltz (4:59)
    06. The Christmas Song (5:39)
    07. What Are You Doing New Year's Eve? (7:55)
    08. It Came Upon A Midnight Clear / Silent Night (5:30)
    09. My Favorite Things (7:17)
    10. A Christmas Love Song (5:10)
    11. O Little Town Of Bethlehem / Joy To The World (2:50)


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    Rob McConnell and The Boss Brass - Big Band Christmas (1998)

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