Mr. Mags

by Joe Magnarelli

Overview

Trumpeter Joe Magnarelli's third Criss Cross CD as a leader is his finest thus far. His five compositions, which include the "Giant Steps"-inspired "215 #1," the jazz waltz "Our Song," and the two-part "Blue Opus" (a ballad, "The Last Goodbye," and a blues, "Mr. Mags") are among his most rewarding originals. Magnarelli and Jim Snidero blend together very well, particularly when Snidero is on flute, and both take contrasting solos, balancing lyricism with fire. With a solid rhythm section, a Snidero tune and two jazz standards, this is a superior modern mainstream set, a date that will holds one's interest throughout. Recommended. ~ Scott Yanow

Product Details

Release Date:	02/27/2001
Label:	Criss Cross
UPC:	8712474120024
Rank:	123598

Tracks

1. 215 #1
2. Our Song
3. Passage
4. I Should Care
5. Mean What You Say
6. Oh Suzanne
7. Blue Opus
8. Mississippi Jazz Club

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Joe Magnarelli   Primary Artist,Trumpet
David Hazeltine   Piano
John Webber   Bass
Jim Snidero   Flute,Sax (Alto)
Tony Reedus   Drums

Technical Credits

Sammy Cahn   Composer
H. Bloemendaal   Cover Design
T. Jones   Composer
K. Hasselpflug   Executive Producer
Bob Bernotas   Liner Notes
Max Bolleman   Engineer
Axel Stordahl   Composer
Paul Weston   Composer
Gerry Teekens   Cover Design,Producer
Gildas Bocle   Photography