Film
Lee Ritenour with special guests - Live in Montreal
1991 · Music
Music
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Overview
A strong representation of the current jazz fusion scene got together in july 1991 with this sampling of artists from the GRP label. They included frequent jazz-rock collaborator Ernie Watt, and David Benoit, master of a "jazz-lite" style. But guitarist Lee Ritenour is key man here: he calls most of the shots, and six of the eight pieces are his, including a fine tribute to early inspiration Wes Montgomery on "24th Street Blues." For the most part, easy-going and mellow are the watchwords on this program - not surprising since the players tend to be based in Los Angeles. Ritenour's "Etude" stands out for its creation of atmosphere, and so do Dave Valentin's solo melodic meanderings on a selection of wooden flutes backed by his own vocal effects. All elements considered the bill is a demonstration of top-drawer musicianship, awareness of contemporary styles – and versatility.
Cast
Lee Ritenour
Guitar
David Benoit
Keyboards
Don Grusin
Keyboards
Ernie Watts
Tenor Saxophone
Dave Valentin
Flute
Abraham Laboriel
Bass
Gary Novak
Drums
Media
Details
- Release date
- July 1, 1991
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Genres
- Music
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