CD Reviews: Cynthia Hilts..Second Story Breeze..Blond Coyote Records 2008
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Posted by: editoron Saturday, September 27, 2008 - 07:08 PM |
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By John Gilbert
Cynthia Hilts (piano, vocals) Ron McClure (bass), Jeff Williams (drums)
As the screen flashes out letters in their obedient dance, I am struck
by the musical magic in the tune "Nun, Miffdemeaner-Like" Hilts is true
to the bebop tradition in her solo, mixing a bit of Bud Powell with some
asides to Mr. Monk on occasion. Some interesting 8 bar exchanges plus an
extended bass solo add to this tunes listenability.
"Three Blind Mice" This clever and jaunty exploration is as sassy as it
gets. Cynthia Hilts parlays this song into an 'insightful' trip down a
new musical highway.
Hilts and company have a musical ensemble that will please the ear of
the most discerning listener. Cynthia Hilts, as mentioned, is true to
the bebop tradition with nods to the masters, yet remains uniquely
individualistic in style and substance.
4 STARS
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