Out of the Shadows

Chris Vadala | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 15, 1999)
• Original Release Date: October 15, 1999
• Number of Discs: 1
• ASIN: B000035X81
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #721,244 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Out of the Shadows

2. Club Contrafact

3. Waltz for Chris' Kids

4. Sticks

5. Little Sunflower

6. In a Sentimental Mood

7. Sambelissa

8. Quintessence

9. Footprints

10. Shadows Coda

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Without the Shadows we could never see the Light., September 7, 2000

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Reuben Ryder (Cornwall, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Out of the Shadows (Audio CD)

This is not a CD, it is a "performance" that you wished would never end. Mr. Vadala does it all on Tenor, Alto, Soprano, and Flute, from Original to Classic Jazz, and if he isn't blowing you away, he's breaking your heart.

The first cut, "Out of the Shadows," written by Chris Vadala, involves some wonderful haunting instrumentalism and a lot of fresh ideas, all of which bring you in to the performance itself. "Club Contrafact" is just awesome. The flute pieces are are a great surprise, too, and contribute to defining the mood of this, at times, very intimate performance. Many times "backup" just gets lost, but Mr. Vadala brings it out in this CD in a way that makes every one brighter and real.

He plays some very well known and truly wonderful pieces, and makes them all new again and better, if that is possible. "In a Sentimental Mood" is a favorite that Mr. Vadala transcends with his clarity and emotion. There is a style here that, for the lack of a better word, "pulses" as it pierces your heart, and then, he takes you for a dance in "Sambelissa" that is filled with passion, the kind of passion that he brings to this entire album. "Quintessence" is, possibly, the best piece, but "Footprints" fits Mr. Vadala's shoes perfectly. He is an absolutely brilliant instrumentalist and Jazz person. "Shadows Coda" asks you back, even though one didn't want to leave.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, his own CD!, July 13, 2000

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Paul Latanishen (Dundalk, MD USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Out of the Shadows (Audio CD)

As the woodwind guru of the acclaimed Chuck Mangione Band for years, Chris Vadala has truly developed a great reputation. He is currently a Professor at the University of MD, an in-demand clinician for the Selmer Co., and an absolutely outstanding person. I have had this CD now for about 8 months...and it rarely stays in it's case for more than a day or two. The versatility that Mr. Vadala brings to the table on this album is remarkable. His sound, especially on the sax (alto/tenor/and soprano), is truly an example of mastering one's instrument. After having the pleasure of meeting him at clinic's for my high school jazz band, and hearing this man play, I recommend this album without reservation. You will not be disapointed...that is, if you love and appreciate great music!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!, April 1, 2001

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Cody Nulph (New Bethlehem, PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Out of the Shadows (Audio CD)

This CD is great. I went to his concert last night and it was awesome! It's entergetic and exciting in the upbeat songs, and soothing and relaxing in the slow songs. Buy this CD!