“Romping,” as someone near me said at the end of this inspired set — featuring Allan Vache, clarinet; Matt Munisteri, guitar; Mark Shane, piano; John Cocuzzi, vibraphone; Frank Tate, string bass; Ed Metz, drums — from the 2012 Atlanta Jazz Party. After the initial selection, the repertoire seems to be an expertly-played tribute to the Benny Goodman small groups, 1936-40, but let us not forget Lionel Hampton, Charlie Christian, and Teddy Wilson as worthy creators.
IT’S YOU OR NO ONE:
SOFT WINDS:
SEVEN COME ELEVEN:
MEMORIES OF YOU:
FLYIN’ HOME:
May your happiness increase.