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ZEPHYRTINE: A BALLET STORY

2017 release. Come along for the ride as Chesky Records transports you to the Lower East Side of Manhattan for a live Jazz performance from Mark Whitfield and his band consisting of Billy Drummond and Ben Allison. Recorded live at Rockwood Music Hall, experience the interplay between three seasoned Jazz veterans embracing the moment on Live & Uncut. Mark Whitfield has been a celebrated guitarist for nearly three decades, performing with Dizzy Gillespie, Art Blakey, Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Herbie Hancock, Carmen McRae, Gladys Knight, Burt Bacharach, Jimmy Smith, Clark Terry, Shirley Horn, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Joe Williams, Stanley Turrentine and his greatest teacher and mentor George Benson.

This sinter-generational collaboration between NEA Jazz Master Kenny Barron and vibraphonist Mark Sherman, both professors at Juilliard Jazz, showcases their remarkable interplay on nine well-chosen standards and two originals.Once again, the great pianist demonstrates his considerable skills -- uncanny listening, fluid and sympathetic comping style, facile exchanges and horn-like melodic lines, rich chord voicings and impeccable time feel -- in this simpatico conversation with vibist Sherman."It's a total cloud nine situation for me." (Mark Sherman)

Available for the first time ever on vinyl, "The World's Greatest Audiophile Vocal Recordings" is a collection of the very best vocalists within the audiophile scene. This mesmerizing collection of songs has been hand-picked for the very best listening experience. Featuring the signature vocals of audiophile sirens, Rebecca Pidgeon ("The Raven"), Ana Caram ("Blue Bossa"), Valerie Joyce ("New York Blue"), and more. The album showcases the vocal dynamics of this formidable roster in a natural recording that makes it feel like they are right in the room with you. The album attests to Chesky's commitment to detailed, clear, high-quality sound and perfectly introduces the label's unique approach to record production.

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Scottish songstress Rebecca Pidgeon has an instinctive knack for storytelling. Taking elements from folk, pop, jazz, and Celtic traditions, Pidgeon crafts lilting, intimate poetry. Known for her captivating and crystalline voice, Rebecca is prolific in the audiophile scene. The Raven was her first release on Chesky and featured an ensemble of spell-binding originals like "Grandmother" and the rhythmic "Kalerka," to the reimagined and mesmerizing classic "Spanish Harlem." The album was recorded using Chesky's acclaimed, high-fidelity recording techniques, which allow Rebecca's voice to take center stage. Pidgeon exudes a controlled vocal prowess that is effortlessly captivating, coupled with her eloquent storytelling ability; her style is reminiscent of Linda Ronstadt and Suzanne Vega. As Rolling Stone magazine comments, her vocals are "nuanced and assured... Rebecca Pidgeon is one of those rare singers who conveys emotion purely."

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Available for the first time ever on vinyl and SACD, Chesky's "The World's Greatest Audiophile Vocal Recordings Volume 2" is a collection of the very best vocalists within the audiophile scene. This esmerizing collection of songs has been hand-picked for the very best listening experience. Featuring the signature vocals of audiophile sirens Ana Caram ("Fly Me To The Moon") and Valerie Joyce ("That's What Friends Are For") and the soulfully smooth stylings of Macy Gray ("First Time") and Christy Baron ("Spooky") and more. The album showcases the vocal dynamics of this formidable roster in a natural recording that makes it feel like they are right in the room with you. The album attests to Chesky's commitment to detailed, clear, high-quality sound and perfectly introduces the label's unique approach to record production. "The World's Greatest Audiophile Vocal Recordings Volume 2" will be available on 180g Vinyl LP (audiophile pressing) and SACD Hybrid Stereo by Evolution Music Group.

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