Past Present

by George Cotsirilos

Overview

George Cotsirilos has been active on the West Coast jazz scene for some time, though Past Present is just his third recording as a leader. The guitarist is joined by bassist Robb Fisher (who worked with Cal Tjader during most of the 1970s) and drummer Ron Marabuto (who recorded with Pepper Adams and worked with a host of other greats) for this easygoing trio date. Cotsirilos' interpretations of standards aren't groundbreaking, yet they swing nicely. "The Way You Look Tonight" showcases his considerable bop chops, while his engaging bossa nova setting of "Without a Song" adds a hip vamp at the end of each chorus. He switches to nylon-string acoustic guitar for an intimate solo interpretation of "What Kind of Fool Am I?" Bop fans will enjoy Cotsirilos' setting of the late Sam Jones' intricate bop vehicle "Bittersweet," an overlooked gem that is infrequently recorded. Among the guitarist's originals, the playful boppish "Franny's Jump" and the infectious Latin-flavored "Cual Problema?" leave the most lasting impressions. ~ Ken Dryden

Product Details

Release Date:	02/16/2010
Label:	Oa2 Records
UPC:	0805552206227
Rank:	180219

Tracks

1. Good Wood
2. Without a Song
3. The Way You Look Tonight
4. Franny's Jump
5. Past Present
6. Rosie's Tune
7. Caf¿¿ 4 Cats
8. Bittersweet
9. What Kind of Fool Am I?
10. Cual Problema?

Album Credits

Performance Credits

George Cotsirilos   Primary Artist,Guitar
George Cotsirilos Trio   Primary Artist
Robb Fisher   Bass
Ron Marabuto   Drums

Technical Credits

George Cotsirilos   Composer,Producer
Vincent Youmans   Composer
David Luke   Mixing,Producer,Mastering
Anthony Newley   Composer
John Bishop   Cover Design
Sonny Buxton   Liner Notes
Billy Rose   Composer
Edward Eliscu   Composer