The band was a "who's who" of top West Coast talent during this era. : Gerald Wilson.
: An evocative, texture-heavy piece showcasing the lyrical side of the ensemble and the precision of Joe Pass . The Ensemble (Personnel) geraldwilsonbigband.momentoftruth.zip
The album features nine tracks, seven of which are Wilson originals. The band was a "who's who" of top
: Bud Shank (alto/flute), Joe Maini (alto), Teddy Edwards (tenor), Harold Land (tenor), Jack Nimitz, and Don Raffell (baritone). Joe Maini (alto)
: A high-energy, large-scale big band interpretation of the Miles Davis classic.
: Joe Pass (guitar), Jack Wilson (piano), Jimmy Bond (bass), Mel Lewis (drums), and Modesto Duran (congas). Critical and Historical Legacy