Eloquence

by Steve Davis

Overview

Steve Davis has distinguished himself as one of the first-call trombonists in New York City, while he has also been an important contributor to the group One for All, though he has an extensive discography as a leader as well. These 2007 sessions find Davis in top form, with a dream rhythm section anchored by the ageless pianist Hank Jones, with bassist Nat Reeves and drummer Joe Farnsworth. Davis' rich tone and fluid technique are evident in the run through "Yardbird Suite," while the loping treatment of"How Deep Is the Ocean" works equally well. Davis' one original is the soulful, gospel-flavored "The Blues," which adds trumpeter Roy Hargrove and vibraphonist Steve Nelson. Jones contributed "Minor Contention" (which also includes the expanded lineup), a snappy vehicle that at times suggests Horace Silver. There are plenty of compelling interpretations of standards and timeless jazz compositions, while the driving post-bop take of "When the Saints Go Marching In" is a refreshing change, particularly with Davis' amusing insertions of song quotes. ~ Ken Dryden

Product Details

Release Date:	09/08/2009
Label:	Jazz Legacy Productions
UPC:	0764942179124
Rank:	154775

Tracks

1. Yardbird Suite
2. How Deep Is the Ocean
3. Minor Contention
4. T.H.E Blues
5. It Could Happen to You
6. My Ship
7. Have You Met Miss Jones
8. Django
9. Road Song
10. Peedlum
11. Lament
12. When the Saints Go Marching In

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Steve Davis   Primary Artist,Trombone
John Lee   Guitar (Bass),Guest Artist,Bass
Nat Reeves   Bass
Hank Jones   Piano
Roy Hargrove   Guest Artist,Flugelhorn,Trumpet
Steve Nelson   Vibraphone,Guest Artist
Joe Farnsworth   Drums

Technical Credits

Traditional   Composer
Lisa Broderick   Executive Producer
John Lee   Producer,Engineer
Owen McNally   Liner Notes
Burke   Composer
Richard Rodgers   Composer
Paul Wickliffe   Mastering,Mixing
Hank Jones   Composer
John Lewis   Composer
James Van Heusen   Composer
Steve Davis   Composer,Associate Producer
Irving Berlin   Composer
J.J. Johnson   Arranger,Composer
Lorenz Hart   Composer
Charlie Parker   Composer
Wes Montgomery   Composer