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Dear Dorothy: The Oz Sessions

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I bought this album for one song - Lollipop Guild - which our local jazz station has been playing regularly. Much to my pleasure, there isn't one song on here that I don't love. The trio is very talented and imaginative. I can't believe that anyone who loves The Wizard of Oz wouldn't enjoy this CD (or even if you didn't like the movie). Can hardly wait until their next recording!

This piano trio brings an incredible sense of energy and enthusiasm to a set of songs that could be considered bland, passe, or for children only. This project has such a high "jive" potential, but it ends up being an awesome set of songs and arrangements, most of which have somewhat familiar melodies. The interplay between the three instruments is exceptional, and their sense of "fun" spills over onto the recordings (as it should!). They don't just play through the set melodies and rhythms, but they make each song their own, bringing their own feel and sensibilities to them. I heard one track on a tv music station, ran out and bought the CD, and have loved it ever since.

Forget whether or not you like the movie. . . . If you like a good piano trio, give this CD a shot--I don't think you'll be disappointed!!

I saw the Chad Lawson Trio play a few months ago in Seattle and believe me, they are the real deal. As a group they have an affinity with each other's playing that I haven't seen or heard in a long time. They played so tightly you could tell they were totally on the same wavelength, especially during the improvisations. It was enjoyable to watch and exciting to hear. At the performance I saw they also played selections from their soon-to-be-released album which made me want to buy the album immediately - inventive, lyrical, harmonically refreshing, and engaging. I can't wait to get it! I might also add that I was able to meet and talk with them after the performance and they are all genuinely nice people. Not necessary to enjoy their music, of course, but always a bonus in my book!

Ok, when I first saw this, I thought "This is going to
be interesting." However, I was completely blown away.
Every song is singable! They have created such a creative
album, yet they have kept the songs and melodies in tact.
Very cool album, I highly recommend this to anyone that's
a fan of the Wizard of Oz!

As a jazz lover that appreciates talented artists and creative tracks, I highly recommend this CD. These guys take OZ where Guaraldi took Charlie Brown. I listen to this CD regularly and love it more each time.