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HA! (by Dianne Reeves: The Grand Encounter)

SUMMARY:                      RUNNING TIME: 3:27 Min.

Composed by H. Mussullini & C. Ventura, this upbeat, 60’s-style jazz tune appears as Track # 7 on Dianne Reeves’ 1996 jazz/blue album, The Grand Encounter.  Roger Holmes arranged and transcribed the tune.  Accompanying Reeves are: James Moody (saxophone & vocals); Clark Terry (trumpet & vocals); Al Grey (trombone & vocals); Phil Woods (alto saxophone); & Kimberly Longstreth (vocals).   

REVIEW:

Reminiscent of Mel Tormé’s trademark style, this classy jazz/bop tune is practically a jazz time machine.  Leading an exuberant \jazz ensemble, Dianne Reeves shares the spotlight well.  Well-played! 

BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING:                       8 Stars

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October 2020