Charles McPherson - 'Jazz Dance Suites'

[Justin V]

I just received this in the mail today and am very impressed.  Mr. McPherson is joined by Terell Stafford, Lorraine Castellanos, Jeb Patton, Randy Porter, Yotam Silberstein, David Wong and Billy Drummond.  The album consists of pieces written to be performed with and inspired by his daughter, Camille, a soloist with the San Diego Ballet.  With strong melodies and arrangements and McPherson and company in top form, I heartily recommend this one.

Although I've seen Charles McPherson perform twice, the most recent release I have of his is Come Play with Me, which has 'Marionette', inspired by his daughter when she was a young girl and also on the new album.  I have some catching up to do with his catalog.  I hope that I can see him the next time he comes to Detroit.

Here is the press release.  You can order it directly from the man himself.