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Jazz enthusiasts...you need this in your library

Bubba Bubbinski | USA | 10/29/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is a terrific, layed back jazz album. It's reminiscent of the background music in old 40's and 50's movies centered around a gin joint. :-)If you like jazz with a Goodman/Miller-like swing to it, you'll love this. Ron Hockett is one of the top clarinet players in the country. I've had the opportunity to see him a few times in San Antonio at his regular gig with the Jim Cullom Band at The Landing jazz club in the Hyatt on the Riverwalk. When he cuts loose, the man can SMOKE!HIGHLY recommended!"

Classy!

Bomojaz | South Central PA, USA | 04/07/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"
What a delightful surprise of a CD! The Larry Eanet Quartet plays with assurity and delicacy, and quite a bit of class, too. Reedman Ron Hockett is especially strong on clarinet, though his soprano sax playing is most lyrical. Two Ellington tunes feature his soprano, and they are exquisite: SULTRY SUNSET and LADY OF THE LAVENDER MIST. He plays tenor on only one track - IT SHOULDN'T HAPPEN TO A DREAM (another Ellington composition) - and it's a highlight of the CD. His tone is beautiful; hopefully he'll play tenor more on other CDs. Larry Eanet is a wonderful piano player, never overbearing, never showing off. The rhythm section is supportive and bright. Every tune is a delight, and the CD is the epitome of classy, imaginative mainstream swing. Highly recommended."