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From Solo Piano Publications

Kathy Parsons | Florence, OR United States | 12/24/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

""I Saw a Blue Bird in Central Park" is a jazzy collaboration with pianist Misha V. Stefanuk and bassist Dan Immel. Cool and spontaneous, this CD gives a much better indication of Stefanuk's pianistic talents than "Piano Romance" does. Classic jazz influences can be heard, and the two musicians work off each other very effectively. Six of the eight tracks were composed by Stefanuk, and the other two by Immel. With titles like "OL' Dee Mow Shins (operating on Echoes)," "Red-Haired Bastard," and "Death (drives a white Dodge Dakota)," it's easy to imagine that these guys have a good sense of humor. I especially like "Old Black Tophat," a bluesy improvisation with a strong but easy-going rhythm and very interesting playing by both musicians. The title track has a sunny good nature and a breezy attitude. "Just The Opposite" is a bit more in-your-face, and I really like its bold musical lines. "Red Haired Bastard" is lively and carefree where "Death (drives a white Dodge Dakota" is dark and introspective. There is a very colorful combination of jazz styles and moods conveyed in "I Saw a Blue Bird in Central Park." The playing is confident and adventurous.Good stuff!"

Bass and piano duo

Kathy Parsons | 08/16/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"A charismatic conversation between a post Jaco electric bass and piano that combines Monk's intellect with the lyircal and romantic approach of Jarrett. The future of contemporary Jazz is here."

Quite an interesting album

Kathy Parsons | 12/06/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Not at all what one would expect. Pretty interesting stuff."