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Release Date: 28 June 2024
Label: Westbrook Records
Packaging Type: Digipak
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 053517203136
Genres: Jazz
Description
'Band of Bands' brings together key musicians from legendary British jazz pianist and composer Mike Westbrook's many small-scale projects. Joining the trio of vocalist/songwriter Kate Westbrook, Mike and saxophonist Chris Biscoe, are four long-time alumni- accordionist Karen Street, saxophonist/clarinettist Pete Whyman, Marcus Vergette on bass and Coach York on drums.
The mix of composition, song and improvisation has been at the heart of many Westbrook projects, from the seminal Brass Band of the '70s to the Westbrook Trio and the Uncommon Orchestra. In 'Band of Bands' there are re-creations of Westbrook classics alongside new compositions, and arrangements of some lesser-known standards, all interpreted by some of the UK's most original and distinctive soloists.
'Band of Bands' was recorded live by Matthew North at Ashburton Arts Centre, Devon in November 2023. It was mixed and produced by Jay Auborn with dBs Pro Bristol.
Kate Westbrook: voice
Chris Biscoe: alto and soprano saxophones
Pete Whyman: alto and soprano saxophones, clarinet
Karen Street: accordion
Mike Westbrook: piano
Marcus Vergette: bass
Coach York: drums
"Whether he is writing for a trio or a 20 piece orchestra, Westbrook's style is unmistakable. He combines instruments in unique ways, twists conventional jazz forms into surprising new shapes and seasons it all with delicate touches of humour and irony." - The Observer
Tracklisting
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook Orchestra
Mike Westbrook
Westbrook Trio
Kate Westbrook & Mike Westbrook
Kate Westbrook
Mike Westbrook & Company
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook
Mike Westbrook
