Duke Ellington: In A Sentimental Mood (arr. by Kornel Fekete-Kovacs) Budapest Jazz Orchestra feat. Johnny Griffin tenor saxophone. Conducted by Kornel Fekete-Kovacs
With just his intro, he had outplayed everything I've ever played in my life. I'll get there, though... Masterclass, here I come. Y'all never forget my words, and wish me luck on my way to the greats. Y'all be blessed, and see y'all again when I finally get there. Stay safe.
The Little Giant shines big in this piece. I’ve always loved his sound & style of play!!!! Always a standout from a period of great Tenor Sax players!!!!
I adore the band's accompaniment -especially during Johnny's smooth and constructive improvisation. While the Orchestra sings so mellifluously as does a Nightingale, Johnny exudes that big, round, traditionalist tenor saxophone sound-voice a la Ben Webster and a la Don Byas.
Not terribly impressed by the band but is always good to hear great Griffin. He is clearly showing his Johnny Hodges- Ben Webster roots while always remaining Johnny Griffin.
With just his intro, he had outplayed everything I've ever played in my life. I'll get there, though... Masterclass, here I come. Y'all never forget my words, and wish me luck on my way to the greats. Y'all be blessed, and see y'all again when I finally get there. Stay safe.
I'll bet the Budapest Jazz Orchestra enjoyed playing with the late great Johnny Griffin. Nice to have this preserved on video.
The Little Giant shines big in this piece.
I’ve always loved his sound & style of play!!!!
Always a standout from a period of great Tenor Sax players!!!!
I adore the band's accompaniment -especially during Johnny's smooth and constructive improvisation.
While the Orchestra sings so mellifluously as does a Nightingale, Johnny exudes that big, round, traditionalist tenor saxophone sound-voice a la Ben Webster and a la Don Byas.
Fantástico arreglo... fantástica orquesta... fantástico Griffin....
Warning: Do not read the comments of the know-it-alls before or while listening: it will spoil it all.
amazing!!!!!
So great!
jeah man
Not terribly impressed by the band but is always good to hear great Griffin. He is clearly showing his Johnny Hodges- Ben Webster roots while always remaining Johnny Griffin.
Seems like he was surprised by this modulation since he messed up the bridge , but he sounds damn good