Three world renowned players. Three diverse instruments. Three friends. And a new concept in brass chamber music. Table For Three brings together John Ericson, Douglas Yeo, and Deanna Swoboda in a group combining horn, bass trombone, and tuba for a scintillating album of music spanning 450 years. Renaissance, baroque, classical, contemporary, and third-stream works — none of which have ever been recorded and which include several newly commissioned and newly arranged compositions — combine for an engaging, thought-provoking program.

Three world renowned players. Three diverse instruments. Three friends. And a new concept in brass chamber music. Table For Three brings together John Ericson, Douglas Yeo, and Deanna Swoboda in a group combining horn, bass trombone, and tuba for a scintillating album of music spanning 450 years. Renaissance, baroque, classical, contemporary, and third-stream works — none of which have ever been recorded and which include several newly commissioned and newly arranged compositions — combine for an engaging, thought-provoking program.

Three world renowned players. Three diverse instruments. Three friends. And a new concept in brass chamber music. Table For Three brings together John Ericson, Douglas Yeo, and Deanna Swoboda in a group combining horn, bass trombone, and tuba for a scintillating album of music spanning 450 years. Renaissance, baroque, classical, contemporary, and third-stream works — none of which have ever been recorded and which include several newly commissioned and newly arranged compositions — combine for an engaging, thought-provoking program.

“Guitarist Nobuki Takamen is … quite talented. Born in Japan but based out of New York City during recent years, Takamen is inspired most by Wes Montgomery (particularly when he plays octaves), swings well at fast tempos, and sounds most contemporary when stretching out on ballads. Three Wishes, which was recorded in Tokyo, has Takamen performing eight originals and “Scarborough Fai” with bassist Toshiyuki Tanahashi, either Naoki Aikawa or Akihito Yoshikawa on drums and, on two numbers, pianist Hitoshi Kanda. From bebop to introspective ballads, Nobuki Takamen shows throughout Three Wishes (his fourth album as a leader) that he is ready to be taken seriously as a major jazz guitarist.” – Scott Yanow, L.A. Jazz Scene

“Guitarist Nobuki Takamen is … quite talented. Born in Japan but based out of New York City during recent years, Takamen is inspired most by Wes Montgomery (particularly when he plays octaves), swings well at fast tempos, and sounds most contemporary when stretching out on ballads. Three Wishes, which was recorded in Tokyo, has Takamen performing eight originals and “Scarborough Fai” with bassist Toshiyuki Tanahashi, either Naoki Aikawa or Akihito Yoshikawa on drums and, on two numbers, pianist Hitoshi Kanda. From bebop to introspective ballads, Nobuki Takamen shows throughout Three Wishes (his fourth album as a leader) that he is ready to be taken seriously as a major jazz guitarist.” – Scott Yanow, L.A. Jazz Scene

“Guitarist Nobuki Takamen is … quite talented. Born in Japan but based out of New York City during recent years, Takamen is inspired most by Wes Montgomery (particularly when he plays octaves), swings well at fast tempos, and sounds most contemporary when stretching out on ballads. Three Wishes, which was recorded in Tokyo, has Takamen performing eight originals and “Scarborough Fai” with bassist Toshiyuki Tanahashi, either Naoki Aikawa or Akihito Yoshikawa on drums and, on two numbers, pianist Hitoshi Kanda. From bebop to introspective ballads, Nobuki Takamen shows throughout Three Wishes (his fourth album as a leader) that he is ready to be taken seriously as a major jazz guitarist.” – Scott Yanow, L.A. Jazz Scene

“Featuring critically acclaimed saxophonist Greg Abate, this recording, driven by McKinney’s tunes, drums and leadership, is world-class original jazz.”

Fanfare – Five Stars: “…An excellent disc that offers a fine introduction to the multifaceted music of Joshua Nichols.”

TIM ZIMMERMAN AND THE KING’S BRASS present hymn classics with a contemporary flair. The King’s Brass features three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion and keyboards. These instruments blend together to create a time of innovative worship that is enjoyed by all generations.

…singable melodies, strong, infectious grooves and a strong understated optimism connect this piece of art into a very well done jazz recording.

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In follow-up to their ‘radio-friendly’ “Fast Friends”, comes…”FASTER FRIENDS”- Contrasting, powerhouse trombone players on a big-sounding recording with a great rhythm section, once again paying homage to the trombone legends while extending a “whoa” to their playing!