Rich Perry – You’re My Everything (SCCD 31576)

“… this is a typically thoughtful, engrossing session from a contemporary master of the saxophone ,…” (Mark Gardner from the liner notes)

On Rich Perry’s previous release SCCD 31558 East of the Sun and West of 2 nd Avenue, David Franklin of JazzTimes wrote, “ Tenorist Rich Perry began a fruitful relationship with SteepleChase more than a decade ago…That long-term collaboration contributes significantly to the success of the present effort. …With his full but soft-edged tone, subtle articulation and impeccable use of dynamics, Perry imbues each of the nine standards in the program with intense feeling …”

1. Slow Boat To China (Frank Loesser)
2. You're My Everything (Harry Warren)
3. Nature Boy (Eden / A. Ahbez)
4. I've Got A Crush On You (George Gershwin)
5. Why Do I Love You (Jerome Kern)
6. I Wish I Knew (Harry Warren)
7. Alone Together (Arthur Schwartz)
8. Falling In Love With Love (Richard Rodgers)

UPC/EAN: 716043157624

Gregory Tardy, Mark Turner, Ari Ambrose – Jam Session Vol. 14 (SCCD 31575)

“….When three terrific tenors are cutting loose the upshot is compulsive listening – and that’s the story of Volume 14: Tenors for everyone!” (Mark Gardner)

1. Along Came Betty (Benny Golson)
2. Retrospect (Andy Laverne)
3. Everything Happens To Me (Adair/Dennis)
4. Old Folks (Dedate Hill)
5. I Thought About You (Jimmy Van Heusen)
6. Learning Curve (Andy Laverne)
7. Invitation (Bronislav Kaper)
8. Movin' (Andy Laverne)

UPC/EAN: 716043157525

Dick Oatts, Jon Gordon, Billy Drewes – Jam Session Vol. 13 (SCCD 31574)

On previous SteepleChase Jam Session series, CD Review’s Rick Finlay wrote, “… SteepleChase’s series of jam sessions drawing together the cream of the contemporary jazz world makes a refreshing change these days. ….highly recommended .”

1. Tenor Madness (Sonny Rollins)
2. Alto Trinity (Dick Oatts)
3. In A Sentimental Mood (Duke Ellington)
4. Moonlight In Vermont (Suessdorf / Blackburn)
5. Over The Rainbow (Harry Arlen)
6. Bridgeless (Andy Laverne)
7. Green Dolphin Street (Bronislav Kaper)
8. What Is This Thing Called Love (Cole Porter)

UPC/EAN: 716043157426

Dave Ballou – Regards (SCCD 31573)

On his 7 th CD on the label trumpetter Dave Ballou combines the jazz tradition,

free improvisation and modern composition to reflect his ever-evolving musical mind.

On Ballou’s earlier release “On This Day“ (SCCD 31504) Duck Baker

JazzTimes wrote, “ Listeners who believe that free playing is only about angst and catharsis should check out this impressing and engaging outing .”

1. Tenderly (Hoagy Carmichael)
2. Labels (Dave Ballou)
3. Bemsha Swing (Thelonious Monk)
4. Bumpus (Dave Ballou)
5. If I Should Lose You (Ralph Rainger)
6. Regards (Dave Ballou)
7. I Remember You (Johnny Mercer)
8. Blues (Dave Ballou)

UPC/EAN: 716043157327

Gary Versace – Time And Again (SCCD 31572)

SteepleChase is proud to present the leader debut album by organist Gary Versace, who was voted a “rising star” on the Hammond Organ in Downbeat’s 2004 Critics Poll. SteepleChase’ new recording artist Gary Versace is one of the

most sought after organists/pianists/accordionists on the elite scene of jazz

all over the world.

“ Unveiled here is the already mature style of a witty and wise player who has developed a most individual response to the challenges posed by an instrument which offers a myriad possibilities for this highly perceptive practitioner …” (Mark Gardner)

1. Homeland (Gary Versace)
2. 2 2 2 (Gary Versace)
3. First Things Last (Gary Versace)
4. Excuse My Shoes (John Abercrombie)
5. Time And Again (Gary Versace)
6. Ours (Gary Versace)
7. Russian Playground (Gary Versace)

UPC/EAN: 716043157228

John Abercrombie – A Nice Idea (SCCD 31571)

The follow-up set to the 2002 homage to Evans and Hall, "Timeline" (SteepleChase SCCD 31538) continues to illustrate the astonishing empathy and interplay between Abercrombie and LaVerne and to concentrate on conveying the spirit of the Evans/Hall sound.

“… Abercrombie and LaVerne bring their own values and sensibilities to bear throughout the set …” (Jim Ferguson, JazzTimes)

1. How My Heart Sings (Earl Zindars)
2. Sometime Ago (Sergio Mihaovich)
3. Days Of Wine And Roses (Henry Mancini)
4. Besame Mucho (Carlos Velazquez)
5. In Love In Vain (Jerone Kern)
6. Refried Bananas (Andy Laverne)
7. Round About Midnight (Thelonious Monk)
8. Now Hear This (Andy Laverne)
9. A Nice Idea (John Abercrombie)
10. Confabulation (Andy Laverne)
11. Jazz Folk (John Abercrombie)

UPC/EAN: 716043157129

Bill Barron – Live at Cobi’s (SCCD 31570)

Tenor saxophonist Bill Barron (1927-1989) was already experimenting in the late 1940s with daring ideas of expression that Coltrane would pick up much later.

Due to his untimely death this innovative stylist did not receive the wider recognition during his time. This release from among the last recorded material will hopefully

serve as the powerful reminder of an artist with truly creative mind.

1. This One's For Monk (Bill Barron)
2. Easy Does It (Bill Barron)
3. Confirmation (Charlie Parker)
4. Row House (Kenny Barron)
5. Angel Eyes (Matt Dennis)
6. Voyage (Kenny Barron)
7. Until Further Notice (Bill Barron)

UPC/EAN: 716043157020

Andy LaVerne – All Ways (SCCD 31569)

Piano/organ/drums is an uncommon combination, but how well it works in the hands (and feet) of such sensitive performers! (Mark Gardner)

In this strikingly unusual “Trio” format Andy LaVerne finds a most tasteful and brilliant partner in organist Gary Versace and a new musical horizon to explore.

1. Without A Song (Youmans/Rose/Eliscu)
2. Apropos (Andy LaVerne)
3. Watermelon Man (Herbie Hancock)
4. Hydroponic (Andy LaVerne)
5. So Long Ago (Andy LaVerne)
6. Blue Bossa (Kenny Dorham)
7. Love Is A Many Splendored Things (Sammy Fain / Alfred Newman)
8. Bewitched, Bothered And Bewildered (Richard Rodgers)
9. All Ways (Andy LaVerne)
10. Cool-De-La (Andy LaVerne)

UPC/EAN: 716043156924

Harold Danko – Hinesight (SCCD 31568)

Harold Danko renders his most personal pianistic insight into the music of Earl Hines precisely 100 years after the great piano man’s birth. “… The CD should make everyone dig out their Hines sides and listen again to the pieces and personality that made such an indelible imprint on the jazz muse.” (Mark Gardner)

Of the Harold Danko Trio’s 2004 release Trilix SCCD 31551, Steve Futtermn of JazzTimes wrote, “… Danko’s a mature player who knows the power of economy, melodic sense and a refined touch; wasting not a note, his improvisations always tell a compelling story.”

1. Deep Forest (Earl Hines)
2. You Can Depend On Me (Earl Hines)
3. Rosetta (Earl Hines)
4. Ann, Wonderful One (Earl Hines)
5. Congaine (Earl Hines)
6. Stowaway (Earl Hines)
7. Blues In Thirds (Earl Hines)
8. My Monday Date (Earl Hines)
9. In San Francisco (Earl Hines)
10. I'll Never Be Alone (Earl Hines)
11. Cavernism (Earl Hines)
12. Everything Depends On You (Earl Hines)

UPC/EAN: 716043156825

Kenny Drew, Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen – DUO/DUO 2 (SCCD 30018/19)

A special release from SteepleChase's cradle period consists of the two "duo" (Kenny Drew on piano and Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen on bass) recordings originally marketed as SCS 1002 and SCS 1010 on LP. Re-mastered in a high resolution (44bits 69khz). No extra material added.

"Drew and Pedersen have made this an artistic triumph…it finds both men in excellent form…" (on SCS 1002 DUO B.McRoy, Jazz Journal, UK Sept. 1973)

"This is an album of great musical value which will give pleasure for a long, long time. (Chris Sheridan, Into Jazz, UK May 1974)

1. I skovens dybe stille ro (Traditional)
2. Come summer (Kenny Drew)
3. Lullaby (Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen)
4. Kristine (Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen)
5. Serenity (Kenny Drew)
6. Det var en lørdag aften (Traditional)
7. Do you know what it means to miss New Orleans (Alter/DeLange)
8. Wave (Antonio Carlos Jobim)
9. Duo trip (Kenny Drew)
10. Hush-a-bye (Traditional)
1. Jeg gik mig over sø og land (Traditional)
2. Largo (Kenny Drew)
3. My little suede shoes (Charlie Parker)
4. Trubbel (Olle Adolphsson)
5. Bluesology (Milt Jackson)
6. Viking's blues (Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen)
7. A child is born (Thad Jones)
8. It might as well be spring (Richard Rodgers)
9. My shining hour (Harry Arlen)

UPC/EAN: 716043001828