Our second disc is dedicated to the memory of Larry Nozero, a great musician and friend who passed away shortly after the recording of our first disc. Larry was a musical leader and mentor, without whose drive and motivation this band might never have been recorded.
His brothers in the saxophone section paid homage to him on this recording with an abundance of solos and featured saxophone soli sections. We are certain you will enjoy their efforts on behalf of Larry, especially the two saxophone ballads, Quintessence and Central Park West. We miss you Larry.

Georgia is the perfect opener for our Volume II disc. It’s a standard recorded by countless artists, and most associated with the legendary Ray Charles. This swinging arrangement was done by John Clayton for the Clayton/Hamilton Big Band, and recorded on their disc
entitled Groove Shop. This arrangement features the tenor saxophone artistry of Gene Parker, who takes the melody right at the top, and solos and swings to the very end.

It’s a great high ener