MID-SOMERS NIGHT DREAM

Somers Dream Orchestra | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: ORCHARD.COM
• ASIN: B00003W86T
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)

Editorial Reviews

Haybert Houston - Publisher, Editor Jazz Now Magazine, Jazz Now Interactive

I am personally impressed with this band! The Somers Dream Orchestra deliberately keeps the tunes reasonably short and picks mostly standards for the sake of the listeners. This will appeal to the jazz/big-band market and should interest the swing-craze kids, the older folks like me and the general listening public. --This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.

Product Description

A Mid-Somers Night Dream" is a fast paced, super-swinging CD featuring some of the greatest tunes around. The CD shows off some of the finest performances on the big band scene today by one of the top bands on the East Coast. Packed with exciting vocalists, dynamic instrumental soloists, and blistering ensemble playing, this CD will take you from sentimental to hot in a New York jazz minute! --This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.

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Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Mid Somers Night Dream, December 8, 1999

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"jblues" (NJ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MID-SOMERS NIGHT DREAM (Audio CD)

Impressive debut album! The Somers Dream Orchestra doesn't break any new ground on their first album, but their selections and musicality are true to the originals. All of the musical selections are played with energy and vitality, making for a foot-tapping listen. Many of the songs fit the 'new swing' craze that has swept the nation.

The vocals are particularly refreshing, and are well-placed throughout the album. One can almost imagine a dance hall full of couples swining to the tunes of "Leap Frog", "Woodchopper's Ball", or "On the Street Where You Live".

Although the solos are kept short and sweet, all are thoughfully and professionally presented. Certain selections lend themselves to specific styles, and the soloists obviously had these in mind while crafting their ideas.

Overall a great presentation, and some wonderful listening, reminiscent of the great Big Bands of yesteryear. Definitely a fine addition to anyone's swing library!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS BAND IS FOR REAL!, December 28, 1999

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Jerry Selvaggi (West Caldwell, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MID-SOMERS NIGHT DREAM (Audio CD)

I have been following this band for the last three years. Their live performances leave me refreshed, invigorated, and energized. This band is for real!

This new CD captures the essence of their live performances.

I especially like to listen to it on my way to and from work. It gives me a lift every time I hear it. What a way to start and end the day!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Takes Your Breath Away, December 19, 1999

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jeanne leonard (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: MID-SOMERS NIGHT DREAM (Audio CD)

What a way to start your day..Uplifting ..totally had me spellbond...toes tapping and fingers snapping...what a true enjoyment i received from this CD...I appluad these jazz musicians and can't wait to hear more....