Boss Brass & Woods — Rob McConnell & The Boss Brass featuring Phil Woods
Big-band brilliance meets fiery alto saxophone in this memorable jazz collaboration. Canadian trombonist, arranger and bandleader Rob McConnell leads his acclaimed Boss Brass through eight richly orchestrated performances, with legendary guest Phil Woods adding expressive alto saxophone solos. From the swagger of “Out of Nowhere” to the lyrical “Stereo Blue,” this album balances powerful ensemble passages with sparkling improvisation.
Complete Track Listing
- Out of Nowhere
- Greenhouse
- Quintessence
- If Dreams Come True
- Stereo Blue
- Just One of Those Things
- Traditional Piece
- Jive at Five
Featured Musicians
Rob McConnell — valve trombone, arrangements and bandleader; Phil Woods — guest alto saxophone; Guido Basso — trumpet and flugelhorn; Rick Wilkins — saxophone and arrangements; Ed Bickert — guitar; Moe Koffman — saxophone and flute; Steve Wallace — bass; Terry Clarke — drums; plus the full Boss Brass ensemble.
Five Interesting Facts
- Phil Woods is the featured guest soloist on four of the eight tracks.
- Rob McConnell arranged seven of the eight selections; Rick Wilkins arranged “Greenhouse.”
- “Quintessence” is a composition by Quincy Jones.
- The original recording sessions took place in Toronto in March 1985.
- The album was produced by Fernando Gelbard and later issued on MCA/Impulse! CD as MCAD-5982.
CD Details
Artist: Rob McConnell & The Boss Brass featuring Phil Woods
Album: Boss Brass & Woods
Label: MCA / Impulse!
Catalog number: MCAD-5982
Format: Audio CD
Genre: Jazz / Big Band
Condition: Used
UPC: Not provided / not confirmed
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