Light lively, virtuosic Bill O Connell originals, plus
two 20th century classics by Thelonius Monk ( Round
Midnight ) and Kurt Weill ( Speak Low ). Monk's
signature composition has been totally re-harmonized
here, and Paquito D Rivera's sweet-toned clarinet work
is the perfect complement to O'Connell's lush chords.
Bill's colorful career is notable for his extensive
accomplishments in both Latin music and modern jazz,
from serving as Mongo Santamaria's pianist; through
his long association with flutist Dave Valentin; to
working with Chet Baker, Sonny Rollins, Gato
Barbieri, and the fabled Fort Apache Band; followed
by a stellar career as a band leader and solo artist since
the 1990s.
