Chris Byars

One of the most nobel traditions in jazz is the tribute. Paying homage to those who came before is a time honored ritual for keeping an artist’s work alive, as well as galvanizing one’s own sound. For Byars, a tribute is more than a tip of the hat or a handful of covers; it’s an excavation. Byars deserves big credit for shining a light on Lucky's composing talents. It’s certainly a side of Lucky Thompson that had not been addressed before. Perhaps with a little luck, Byars’ treatment of these songs will help attract more artists and listeners to Lucky's work. Until then, consider yourself lucky to enjoy this excellent release.
Ken Hohman - Freedom Jazz Dance (Apr 18, 2011)

Personnel:

CHRIS BYARS, tenor & soprano saxophone
SCOTT WENDHOLT, trumpet
JOHN MOSCA, trombone
ZAID NASSER, alto saxophone
MARK LOPEMAN, baritone saxophone
SACHA PERRY, piano
ARI ROLAND, bass
STEFAN SCHATZ, drums

Recorded February 2010,  New York

Tracks.

01. Theme
02. Munsoon
03. Old Reliable
04. Passionately You
05. Tiptop
06. Fanfare
07. Minik Koosh
08. Notorious Love
09. Another Whirl
10. Could I Meet You Later?
11. Just One More Chance
12. Two Steps Out
13. Down The Stretch