New releases
Ed Partyka Jazz Orchestra feat. Efrat Alony – „Songs Of Love Lost“
„songs of love lost” is what Ed Partyka calls the joint work, the harmony of the exceptionally talented musicians of his Ed Partyka Jazz Orchestra. From all parts of Germany, from Austria, from Holland and – with Efrat Alony – also from Israel they follow the call of the composer and arranger to meet for recordings in the rbb studios in Berlin, as they did for “Songs Of Love Lost”.
Two Bone Big Band – Ludwig Nuss, Ingo Luis – “Hornplayers – Fifty/Fifty”
Ludwig Nuss played with almost all German radio big bands and made numerous recordings for radio, television and recordings with international and national jazz greats such as Bob Brookmeyer, Bill Holman, Patti Austin, Frank Foster, Rob McConnell, Lalo Shifrin, Phil Woods, Jim McNeely, Maceo Parker …
Swiss Jazz Orchestra and Michael Zisman – “Close Encounter”
The vibrant orchestra was careful assembled from leading Swiss jazz musicians, and can look back on around 350 concert appearances. It also contains many famous leaders and sidemen from Swiss bands of varying styles. In the six years of its existence, the SJO has become a vital part of the Swiss jazz scene, and caters to a growing and varied audience.
Ludwig Nuss – “Night Over Lake Tarawera”
It is music which draws one in and awakens a curiosity to discover this mystical place, it invites, even seduces one to plumb the depths of your own soul…
Ed Partyka, Efrat Alony, Sunday Night Orchestra – “Overcast”
The Ed Partyka Jazz Orchestra (EPJO) was launched in Berlin in 2007. Its trademark is an unmistakable, and in all likelihood globally unique, mix of musical personalities. “Old stars” from the European big band establishment play side by side with newcomers from the young and hip jazz scenes of Berlin, Amsterdam, Vienna and Prague. Musicians from the USA, Germany, Austria, Holland, Switzerland and the Czech Republic get together – each of them brings their own musical language, and adds their unique national sound into the mix.
Ann Malcolm – “Shadows Who Dance”
Celebrated as the “quintessence of female jazz singing” Ann Malcolm fascinates her audiences with her very personal style and phrasing. She will definitely touch your heart with her unique voice that one does not forget.
Dave Horler, Ludwig Nuss – “Rolling Down 7th”
Ludwig Nuss played with almost all German radio big bands and made numerous recordings for radio, television and recordings with international and national jazz greats such as Bob Brookmeyer, Bill Holman, Patti Austin, Frank Foster, Rob McConnell, Lalo Shifrin, Phil Woods, Jim McNeely, Maceo Parker …
Matthias Berg, Reiko Honshoh – “Debut”
The life of Matthias Berg (*1961) revolves around the triangle of music, law and sports. In all three interests he has developed his talent to outstanding levels. Quoting Mr. Berg: “That’s what happens when you combine humour, determination, enthusiasm and a Thalidomid disability”.
Ludwig Nuss – “Ups & Downs”
Ludwig Nuss played with almost all German radio big bands and made numerous recordings for radio, television and recordings with international and national jazz greats such as Bob Brookmeyer, Bill Holman, Patti Austin, Frank Foster, Rob McConnell, Lalo Shifrin, Phil Woods, Jim McNeely, Maceo Parker …
George Robert & Phil Woods – Soul eyes
George Robert – alto sax
Phil Woods – alto sax
Kenny Barron – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Alvin Queen – drums
Jeff Hamilton Trio – “Hamilton House / Live at Steamers”
Hamilton has worked with Ella Fitzgerald, Rosemary Clooney, the Count Basie Orchestra, Oscar Peterson, and Ray Brown. He toured with Diana Krall and has played on several of her albums.
George Robert & Phil Woods – “The Summit”
George Robert, alto saxophone and clarinet
Phil Woods, alto saxophone and clarinet
Kenny Barron, piano
Ray Drummond, bass
Bill Goodwin, drums
Ann Malcolm – “R.S.V.P”
Celebrated as the “quintessence of female jazz singing” Ann Malcolm fascinates her audiences with her very personal style and phrasing. She will definitely touch your heart with her unique voice that one does not forget.
Two Bone Big Band – Ludwig Nuss, Ingo Luis – “The Return of the Hornplayers”
Ludwig Nuss played with almost all German radio big bands and made numerous recordings for radio, television and recordings with international and national jazz greats such as Bob Brookmeyer, Bill Holman, Patti Austin, Frank Foster, Rob McConnell, Lalo Shifrin, Phil Woods, Jim McNeely, Maceo Parker, Slide Hampton, Vince Mendoza …
Ben Wolfe – “Bagdad Theater”
New York bassist/composer and bandleader Ben Wolfe’s music has been described as “Mingus and Miles Davis meet Bartok and Bernard Herrmann” (Ben Ratliff – The New York Times). Acclaimed by some of the jazz world’s most respected critics for his “wit and cool intelligence” and signature “innovative, melding of hard-swinging jazz quartet, outstanding guest soloists and classical string quartet.”,