sir roland hannah Sir Elf Plus 1+3 (bonus track) Japan Music CD

Product Description Contents Introduction Treasury of 70's Mainstream Jazz -CHOICE RECORDS- Founded in 1970 by Jerry MacDonald. Based in New York State, CHOICE Records has pursued the path of acoustic jazz, producing masterpieces that can be considered the lifelong signature works of artists such as Irene Krall and Carol Sloane, and releasing three albums by the up-and-coming pianist Joann Brackeen, who is known for her own compositions. Now, all 32 titles of the CHOICE label's masterpieces, full of handcrafted charm, are being reissued for the first time in about 30 years! Original jacket reproductions, 2020 latest digital remastering, and new liner notes included. Supervision and commentary: Kazunori Harada A powerful work left behind by the renowned duo of Roland Hanna and George Mraz, who have collaborated many times in the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra, the New York Jazz Quartet, etc. In addition to standard numbers like "Yesterdays," the album also features arrangements of Chopin's famous "Mazurkas," which are a major highlight. Personnel: Roland Hanna (p), George Mraz (b) Release year: 1978, Recorded: July 1977 at McDonald Studios (Long Island, New York) 1. Yesterdays 2. Meeting of the Minds 3. My Shining Hour 4. Mallorca 5. Where's That Rainbow 6. What Does It Matter 7. My Heart Stood Still 8. Since When 9. I'll Close My Eyes 10. Where's That Rainbow (Previously Unreleased Take) Media Reviews and More A powerful duo album by the renowned duo Roland Hanna and George Mraz, who have collaborated extensively in the Thad Jones-Mel Lewis Orchestra, the New York Jazz Quartet, and others. In addition to standard numbers like "Yesterdays," the album also features a major highlight: an arrangement of Chopin's famous "Mazurka." (C)RS About the Artists: Roland Hanna (piano), George Mraz (bass)