From the opening title track to the closing “Finale (for Katie Charlotte)”, the band delivers big-band swing, lyrical ballads, and inventive new works. Guest artists—Laura Taylor, Curt Miller, Kenny Rampton, Clint Holmes, Naomi Mauro, Adam Schroeder, and Dr. Isrea Butler—add star power, while student composers and arrangers showcase the future of the art form.
With nearly 30 musicians bringing passion and precision, the recording is both a celebration of tradition and a glimpse into jazz’s exciting next chapter.
Playlist:
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Let the Good Times Roll
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Chinoiserie
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Too Close for Comfort
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Emily
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Check Up
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Bohemia After Dark
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The Night Has a Thousand Eyes
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Alright, Okay, You Win
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The Collective
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I'm Getting Sentimental Over You
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Braggin' n’ Brass
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Finale (For Katie Charlotte)
Players:
Guest Artists: Laura Taylor (vocals), Curt Miller (trombone), Kenny Rampton (trumpet), Clint Holmes (vocals), Naomi Mauro (vocals), Adam Schroeder (baritone sax), Dr. Isrea Butler (trombone)
Student Musicians: 27 members of UNLV Jazz Ensemble 1 (saxophones, trumpets, trombones, rhythm section, vibraphone, and French horn)
Arrangers/Composers: Surafael Tamre, Tristan Selzler, Jaren Glick, Renzon Maballo, Mateo Hurtado de Mendoza
I have attached two cuts from the CD for your listening pleasure. The first tune is the Johnny Mandel classic "Emily" with a terrific arrangement from Renzon Maballo and features great solo work from Curt Miller. The second selection is "The Night Has A Thousand Eyes" written by Ben Weissman and arranged by Jaren Glick.
"Emily" "The Night Has A Thousand Eyes"
