• New York Standards Quartet - Heaven Steps To Seven (CD) | Mint Mint - JAZZ *NEW*
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New York Standards Quartet

New York Standards Quartet - Heaven Steps To Seven (CD) | Mint Mint

New York Standards Quartet - Heaven Steps To Seven (CD) | Mint Mint

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Description

Saxophonist Tim Armacost, pianist David Berkman and drummer Gene Jackson present individual arrangements full of characteristic inventiveness; and, for the first time in the studio, they are delighted to document bassist Ugonna Okegwo’s relationship with the band, a regular on their US tours. It’s a recording of remarkable finesse, once again refracting kaleidoscopic colours across old favourites and less-familiar treasures from the jazz heritage. Having played together for so long, Armacost highlights two key facets: “One is to discover a beautiful standard you haven’t heard before; the other is finding something well known, then portraying it differently. So we honourthe tradition of this music, representing it authentically, but also creating environments which feel new.” The breadth of the detailing is remarkable - from Armacost’s vamping, fast- walking-bass take on Leonard Bernstein’s “Tonight” to Gene Jackson’s boisterously arrangement of Cole Porter’s “I Love You”. Recorded off the back of a week-long tour, the first-take immediacy of these eight sparklers is evident.
  • Media Condition: Mint
  • Sleeve Condition: Mint
  • Format Detail: CD
  • Format: CD
  • Label: Whirlwind Recordings
  • Catalog Number: CD-WWR-4727

Condition Ratings & Details

NOTE: Every title includes condition ratings. The first rating pertains to the physical media, and the second grade pertains to the sleeve.

NOTE: Images may not be exact. Please refer to the description to determine whether the images are Actual Photos or Photos Not Actual. New records will likely use generic web photos to represent the product.

Condition Ratings

  • MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
  • Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
  • Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
  • Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
  • Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
  • Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.

Sleeve Details

  • PHOTOS ACTUAL: The photo is an original image of the exact item you will receive.
  • PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
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