"Nordkraft Plays Mintzer" is a captivating live album by the Nordkraft Big Band, featuring the renowned American saxophonist Bob Mintzer. Released on October 1, 2018, under the Gateway Music label, this big band gem showcases eight tracks that blend Mintzer's compositions with classic standards, all performed with the band's signature energy and virtuosity.
Recorded live at Musikkens Hus in Aalborg, Denmark, the album captures the dynamic interplay between the Nordkraft Big Band and Mintzer, offering a thrilling journey through the world of contemporary big band music. The setlist includes Mintzer's original compositions like "Acha" and "Yeah Yeah Yeah," as well as reinterpretations of classics such as "But Not for Me" and "My One and Only Love."
The album's production, handled by Rich Breen and Bob Mintzer at Dogmatic in Burbank, California, ensures a polished and immersive listening experience. With a runtime of just over an hour, "Nordkraft Plays Mintzer" is a testament to the band's status as one of Denmark's most active and visionary ensembles in the realm of rhythmic, contemporary big band music. Whether you're a fan of Mintzer's work or a lover of big band jazz, this album promises an engaging and exhilarating experience.
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