Swingtime! is a vibrant and dynamic album by the renowned Canadian Brass, released in 1995 under the RCA Victor label. This collection of 14 tracks offers a delightful blend of jazz standards and swing classics, showcasing the ensemble's exceptional musicianship and versatility. The album features a mix of recordings from two different studios in New York City, with tracks 1, 6, 13, and 14 recorded at Clinton Studio A and the remaining tracks at Soundtrack Studio A.
The album opens with "Artistry in Rhythm" by Stan Kenton, setting the stage for a journey through a variety of musical styles and moods. From the playful "Blue Rondo à la Turk" to the romantic "Night and Day," and the lively "At the Woodchopper's Ball," the Canadian Brass masterfully interprets each piece with their signature brilliance. Notable collaborations include tracks like "Back Home in Indiana" and "The Lady Is a Tramp," which feature special guests adding to the rich tapestry of sounds.
Swingtime! is not just an album of Christmas music, as some might initially assume from the genre tag, but a celebration of swing and jazz, perfect for any time of the year. The album's duration of 58 minutes ensures a satisfying listen, making it an excellent addition to any music lover's collection. Whether you're a long-time fan of the Canadian Brass or new to their work, Swingtime! offers a captivating exploration of timeless jazz standards and swing classics, performed with the precision and passion that the Canadian Brass are known for.
Tracks
Artistry in RhythmStan Kenton, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Canadian Brass All-Stars
Blue Rondo à la TurkDave Brubeck, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Warren Bernhardt, Gordon Gottlieb
Back Home in IndianaJames Hanley, Ballard MacDonald, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts
Night and DayCole Porter, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Zoot Sims Quartet
'Round about MidnightBert Hanighen, Thelonious Monk, Cootie Williams, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Warren Bernhardt, John Miller, Ronnie Zito, Natalie Cenovia Cummins, Evan Johnson, Karen Karlsrud, Belinda Whitney-Barratt, Crystal Garner, Maria Kitsopoulos
At the Woodchopper's BallJoe Bishop, Woody Herman, Richard Stoltzman
The Lady Is a TrampRichard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Gerry Mulligan Quartet
Sugar BluesClarence Williams, Lucy Fletcher, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts
The Man I LoveGeorge Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Roy Eldridge, Zoot Sims, Dick Hyman, Pierre Michelot, Ed Shaughnessy, Anita Love
Whatever Happened to the DreamLuther Henderson, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts
Concierto de AranjuezJoaquín Rodrigo, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts
I Found LoveChris Dedrick, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts
Ellington MedleyBilly Strayhorn, Duke Ellington, Barney Bigard, Bob Russell, Irving Mills, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Canadian Brass All-Stars
One O'Clock JumpCount Basie, Canadian Brass, Charles Daellenbach, Frederic Mills, David Ohanian, Ronald Romm, Eugene Watts, Joe Taylor, Canadian Brass All-Stars
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