James, Andy -& John Patitucci-
An Evening With..
At a time when jazz aficionados around the world have been starved for musical experiences, this recording recreates the sultry atmosphere of a candlelight nightclub as some of the most revered musicians in modern jazz perform classic standards. An Evening with John Patitucci & Andy James features nearly 90 minutes of scintillating music featuring an incomparable ensemble. In addition to James' mesmerizing vocals and Patitucci's bass mastery, the album boasts arrangements by piano great Bill Cunliffe for an ensemble that includes saxophonists Chris Potter and Rick Margitza, trumpeter Terell Stafford, guitarists Chico Pinheiro and Jake Langley, keyboardists John Beasley and Jon Cowherd, percussionist Alex Acua, drummers Vinnie Colaiuta, Marcus Gilmore and Marvin "Smitty" Smith, along with powerful horn and string sections.