New Alchemy Jazz Orchestra - We Three Kings

[GA Russell]

 

New Alchemy Jazz Orchestra "We Three Kings" Format(s): Jazz   NYC Big Band New Alchemy Jazz Orchestra Swings the Holiday Season into full force with their New Single: We Three Kings   We Three Kings, is a modern take on the holiday classic arranged by co-leader John Lake for the NYC-based big band, The New Alchemy Jazz Orchestra. Vocal sensation J. Hoard brings new life to the traditional melody with soulful phrasing and soaring inflections. His performance is met with imaginative ensemble passages, as well as an intricate soprano sax solo by co-leader Steve Kortyka. This is the fourth single released by the 17-piece ensemble comprised of “some of the best musicians New York City offers” – (Broadway World). NAJO has featured a number of world-renowned guest artists including Peter Bernstein, Terell Stafford, Brian Newman, and Dick Oatts.     THE NEW ALCHEMY JAZZ ORCHESTRA (NAJO) is an exciting 17-piece big band taking New York City by storm. Broadway World wrote they are “the best musicians NYC has to offer”. The band performs new arrangements of classic and contemporary works by the inspired co-leaders John Lake, Mike Sailors, Steve Kortyka, and Danny Jonokuchi. NAJO regularly features world-renowned artists like Peter Bernstein, Terell Stafford, Dick Oatts, and Brian Newman. The four co-leaders create new arrangements for each special guest for a highly unique performance. In addition to stellar live performances, the band has recorded four singles featuring NYC’s hottest talent. The first single “I’m Gonna Lock My Heart” features vocalist Alexa Barchini and has received high praise in straight-ahead jazz circles and wider audiences alike. Every holiday season NAJO produces a vibrant Christmas show featuring up to five featured vocalists. These sold out shows showcase “gorgeous holiday charts” (WRTI) with elements of funk, soul, R&B, and classic vocal swing. Members of the orchestra are recognized around the world for being the most accomplished soloists. Among the ranks are musicians that have accepted Grammy Awards, Tony Awards, and have excelled at international jazz competitions. For over two years NAJO has drawn standing-room-only crowds to their monthly residency at the The Django, a subterranean jazz club located in the heart of Tribeca. Their future plans include recording a full-length album of original compositions with celebrity guest artists.       Attachments   _DSC7158 NAJO w pb NewAlchemy.. NAJO One S..