John Lewis Group depicts the dynamics of Kansas City
An ambitious work by a group led by Lewis, pianist of the Modern Jazz Quartet.
Featuring songs inspired by the Kansas City jazz scene, this album blends blues and swing. Lewis' sophisticated compositions and arrangements breathe new life into traditional jazz styles. Though recorded in 1982, this album demonstrates a return to the roots of jazz.
8 TRACKS:
1)
Django
2)
Sacha's March
3)
Lyonhead
4)
Winter Tale
5)
Valeria
6)
D&E
7)
Kansas City Breaks
8)
Milano
Flute - Frank Wess
Reissue Producer - Bob Thiele
Drums - Shelly Manne
Recorded By, Mixed By - Don Puluse
Piano, Written-By, Arranged By, Supervised By - John Lewis (2)
