Peter Friedman

Irene Kral - Angel Eyes ; Live in Tokyo

Schubert String Quartet D.887

Haven't listened to this one in a long time. Dizzy and Stitt are both outstanding. I like the way the piano solos of John Lewis exhibit a somewhat calm reserved sensibility but with true jazz depth after the multi-noted exciting solos from Diz & Stitt.

I have seen Wycliffe numerous times. He is a marvelous musician. He plays trombone, and a number of other brass horns. Wycliffe also sings. Wycliffe loves New Orleans style jazz as well as Swing style, Funk style and Bebop. His enthusiasm on the band stand makes his performance great fun.

Vol.1 Piano Sonatas No. 39, 47, 31, 49

Scott Hamilton plays in top form here. No hint of Coltrane or Rollins in his tenor work. No long lines of 8th notes played rapidly. Just a lovely sound with beautiful music from the heart.