Pittsburgh Collective Big Band - David Sanford & The Pittsburgh Collective - Live At The Knitting Factory (LP)

David Sanford & The Pittsburgh Collective Big Band deliver an electrifying live performance with "Live At The Knitting Factory," released on January 16, 2007, under Oxingale Records. Spanning a dynamic 78 minutes, this album captures the raw energy and virtuosity of the 18-piece ensemble as they take the stage at the iconic Knitting Factory. The tracklist, featuring compositions like "Alchemy," "Scherzo Grosso" (a four-part suite), and "Seventh Avenue Kaddish," showcases Sanford's intricate arrangements and the band's collective prowess. From the hauntingly beautiful "Una Notte All'opera" to the playful "Bagatelle," each piece is a testament to the band's versatility and Sanford's innovative compositional style. This album is a thrilling journey through contemporary jazz, blending elements of classical, avant-garde, and world music, all performed with the passion and precision that have made David Sanford & The Pittsburgh Collective Big Band a standout in the modern jazz scene.