Live at Yoshis Vol. 2

Mulgrew Miller | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 7, 2005)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Max Jazz Records
• ASIN: B0009CTVGS
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #304,261 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

JazzTimes

Bring On Volume Two.

Product Description

Recorded July 22-23, 2003, at Yoshi’s at Jack London Square – one of the world’s finest jazz clubs - Live At Yoshi’s (Volume Two) offers an exquisite set of music. Unlike The Sequel, where he presented eight original tunes in a sextet format, on Live At Yoshi’s, Miller puts his stamp on ageless standards in an intimate trio format. Miller’s trio is comprised of Derrick Hodge on bass and Karriem Riggins, who played on The Sequel, on drums.

The recording presents over 70 minutes of fresh repertoire. Miller’s driving, upbeat take on "Joshua" by Victor Feldman opens the session with great energy. The bluesy composition "Comes Love" follows, leading into Miller’s swinging rendition of "Road Life" written by the late, great pianist James Williams who was one of Miller’s closest friends. Miller then offers a beautiful solo rendition of the Rodgers and Hart classic "It’s Easy To Remember". On "One’s Own Room," Miller’s one original composition, bassist Derrick Hodge plays a slow, intimate opening solo before the trio folds in seamlessly. A second Rodgers and Hart composition, "Little Girl Blue," displays the trio’s breathtaking use of space. He closes with "Citadel" a composition by Tony Williams.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars he da man, March 15, 2009

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EJ "Seayhorse" (D.C. area) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Live at Yoshis Vol. 2 (Audio CD)

Mulgrew Miller is one of- if not THE- best jazz pianists alive today. He's got it all. Time feel, harmony, chops, language. . .

he's the man. And a nice guy, too. and a Big dude.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Live at Yoshi's, Vol. 2, September 5, 2005

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Dr. Howard L. Taylor (Franklin, Kentucky) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Live at Yoshis Vol. 2 (Audio CD)

I was not familiar with Mulgrew Miller's music until I heard him on Public Radio. This CD is really great music. I liked it so much I immediately ordered Vol. 1 which is equally fresh and relaxing. The man has TALENT and FEELING! I especially liked One's Own Room.

3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars No stopping Mulgrew Miller, August 2, 2005

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Tom Spiero (Amsterdam, Netherlands) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Live at Yoshis Vol. 2 (Audio CD)

I dare say that the ears of Orrin Keepnews are amongst the very best in the business. So, when Orrin released Keys To The City, Mulgrew Miller's first album as a leader, back in 1985, it caught my attention. I have stayed with Mulgrew ever since.

I would have loved to be at Yoshi's in Oakland, CA, when Mulgrew Miller was there on those July days in 2003. Both Vol.1 and this Vol.2 are the next best thing. The choice of material is in very good taste, the trio is tight and obviously having a good time. I am happy to see that this album hit the JazzWeek charts in the week of July 20. I suggest you buy the CD before it enters in the Top 10. You will look so much better and will be recognized as a connaisseur by friends, neighbors and business associates alike.
And to Mulgrew: happy 50th anniversary!