Jazz at the College of the Pacific [Complete]

This set is a near-classic, one of many from this period, by {|the Dave Brubeck Quartet|}. Drummer {|Joe Dodge|} had just joined the group, and he works with bassist {|Ron Crotty|} in laying down a solid and subtle foundation. The real action, howeve... Read more

This set is a near-classic, one of many from this period, by {|the Dave Brubeck Quartet|}. Drummer {|Joe Dodge|} had just joined the group, and he works with bassist {|Ron Crotty|} in laying down a solid and subtle foundation. The real action, however, takes place up front with pianist {|Dave Brubeck|} and altoist {|Paul Desmond|}. Their individual solos are full of creative ideas on six standards -- most memorable are All the Things You Are, Laura, and I'll Never Smile Again -- and their interaction and tradeoffs are timeless. Recommended. ~ Scott Yanow Less