Eric Le Lann - Threefold - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Montauk-the easternmost point of Long Island-has enjoyed a reputation as an idyllic land of the lotus and poppy but now is fully woven in to the Hamptons summer scene. The charms and views associated with that coastal existence served as a backdrop for the creation of this recording. Notable for a number of reasons-as the first live band date in a lengthy discography, and a first on-record meeting with drumming icon Billy Hart-this O'Connell session stands out. Recorded live at the Hamptons Jazz Fest, with an outfit of top-flight artists including saxophonist Craig Handy and bassist Santi Debriano, the performance was further heightened by the appearance of ebullient trumpeter Randy Brecker and the enthusiasm of attentive and engaged listeners. InchPlaying live brings out different things in each musician,Inch observes O'Connell. InchSo I was very happy to do this and I think it was a great night with everybody on their A-game.Inch

Bandleader, trombone player and vocalist Eric Felten presents this tribute to Mel Torme and the Marty Paich Dektette. He's joined by Jack Sheldon, Herb Geller, Med Flory, Bob Enevoldsen, Chuck Berghofer and others. Felten recorded the music for this CD on Sept 6, 2003.

Over the last fifteen years, pianist Eric Reed has been a mainstay on the jazz scene. Having toured the world with his group and recorded as both a leader and sideman on numerous projects, he constantly demonstrates the creativity that distinguishes him as one of the leading pianists of his generation.