J.j. Johnson Brass Orchestra [ Editor's Choice ]

The orchestra was uniquely structured to emphasize brass textures:

: Johnson utilized a rich, "urban" writing style featuring "feathery richness" and heavy bass influences, occasionally compared to the work of Gil Evans . Ensemble Composition J.J. Johnson Brass Orchestra

: An "elegiac classic" that remains a staple of Johnson's repertoire. The orchestra was uniquely structured to emphasize brass

: The ensemble included prominent soloists such as Jon Faddis, Dan Faulk, and Robin Eubanks. Notable Tracks modern straight-ahead jazz

: The music blended bebop, modern straight-ahead jazz, and formal classical structures, a style often associated with "Third Stream" experiments.

: The brass were supported by a rhythm section consisting of piano, bass, and drums, with the notable addition of a harp for extra color.

: An angular, complex tribute to classical composer Béla Bartók.