Motive series / Mark Sherman.

Author/creator Sherman, Mark performer.
Format Audio (CD)
Publication InfoNew York, N.Y. : Consolidated Artists Productions, ©2004.
Description1 audio disc (67 min.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Subjects

Other author/creatorBrecker, Michael performer.
Other author/creatorFarnham, Allen performer.
Other author/creatorPalombi, Phil, performer.
Other author/creatorHorner, Tim, performer.
SeriesTomtheJazzman Collection
TomtheJazzman Collection.
Contents 1. Nature Boy (8:30) -- 2. Motive #10 Judaican (for Kenny Kirkland) (7:06) -- 3. Motive #1 (5:58) -- 4. Motive #11 Always Reaching (7:58) -- 5. Motive #7 Alla Sandra (6:45) 6. Motive #3 That Moment (6:02) 7. Motive #4 Venture Within (6:58) 8. Motive #9 Soothing Dream (5:47) 9. Old Folks (5:41) 10. Motive #8 Altered (7:16).
Abstract "Mark Sherman is a fresh, clear, bright voice on the vibes. His recording combines a clear sense of tradition with a strong contemporary flare. It's more about a certain urbane attitude and urban energy that's rampant from the reharmonized "Nature Boy," which alternates between a quasi-Latin feel and an intense swing, to the modal "Motive #10 - Judaican" which, dedicated to the late Kenny Kirkland and one of two tracks to feature guest saxophonist Michael Brecker, revolves around a complex theme that is, again, a set-up for a hard-swinging solo section. Sherman is a linear player who seems to bristle with ideas, whether on the uptempo "Motive #8 - Altered," which features a staggering thematic figure, or on the tender ballad, "Motive #11 - Always Reaching." Capably backed by pianist Mark Farnham, bassist Phil Palombi and drummer Tim Horner--"The Motive Series" paints the most forceful picture yet of Sherman the player and composer. Aside from the appearance of master saxophonist Mike Brecker, this is a feature vehicle for Mark Sherman's artistic vibraphone display. He can be regarded as having a similar ability as that of Bobby Hutcherson, Mike Manieri and Joe Locke, even though they all have differing styles. "The rhythm section propels each of the compositions in a spirited manner, always being mindful of Mark's requirements, whilst Farnham provides a good alternate solo voice. "" Source: http://www.markshermanmusic.com.
Local noteGift of TomtheJazzman Mallison.
General noteJazz quartet.
General noteCompact disc.
CreditsEngineered by Paul Wycliffe ; mastered by Nick Prout.
Performer Mark Sherman (Vibraphone) ; Michael Brecker (Tenor Saxophone (trks 2,4)) ; Allen Farnham (Piano) ; Phil Palombi (Bass) ; Tim Horner (Drums).
Date/time/place of a event noteRecorded at Skyline Pro January 2004.
UPC 630183098022
Publisher numberCAP 980 Stanza USA Music