Also known as the New York Jazz Trio, this combo is a studio-only group who specialize in recording classic standards in a straightforward, post-bop style. The New York Trio features three gifted musicians who are firmly established on the East Coast jazz scene. Pianist Bill Charlap is a member of the Phil Woods Quintet, has accompanied the likes of Tony Bennett, Benny Carter, and Gerry Mulligan, and has recorded a handful of well-received albums for Blue Note as a bandleader. Bassist Jay Leonhart has recorded as a headliner since 1983, while also making a name for himself as a vocalist and songwriter as well as backing up Marian McPartland, Louie Bellson, Lee Konitz, and many others. And drummer Bill Stewart had handled demanding gigs with a variety of musicians, including jazz guitarist John Scofield, funky sax man Maceo Parker and R&B legend James Brown. In 2001, Charlap, Leonhart, and Stewart teamed up in the studio to cut the album Blues in the Night for the Venus Jazz label; featuring leisurely but heartfelt interpretations of eight classic melodies, the album was well-received by fans of classic jazz. Seven similar collections have been recorded by the trio for Japanese jazz labels. ~ Mark Deming
Tracklist:
1 - I Could Have Danced All Night - 6:34
2 - Blue Skies - 4:53
3 - As Time Goes By - 5:44
4 - How High The Moon - 7:45
5 - Star Crossed Lovers - 4:27
6 - Lover Come Back To Me - 6:13
7 - Lullaby Of The Leaves - 6:34
8 - My Heart Belongs To Daddy - 6:13
9 - You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To - 8:03
10 - I Didn’t Know What Time It Was - 5:18
11 - Cheek To Cheek - 5:41
12 - They Say It’s Wonderful - 3:57
Credits:
Bass – Jay Leonhart
Design – Taz
Drums – Bill Stewart
Piano – Bill Charlap
Producer – Tetsuo Hara
Label: Venus Records – VHCD-78195
Series: Masterpiece Collections
Country: Japan
Released: 15 dic 2010
Genre: Jazz
https://www.discogs.com/release/10166230-New-York-Trio-Essential-Best
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