DIZZY GILLESPIE

Dizzy Gillespie all stars Big Band

Con Alma

Recorded live at Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild in Pittsburgh, PA, during a four-night stand in September-October 2005, Dizzy’s Business showcases the talents of 18 disciples from the Gillespie school – many of them musical luminaries in their own right – under the leadership of the great trombonist Slide Hampton. Included in the star-studded lineup are Jimmy Heath, James Moody, Frank Wess, Claudio Roditi, Randy Brecker, Antonio Hart, and Executive Director John Lee – all veterans who played with Dizzy at various times throughout the past five decades. Special guest trumpeter Roy Hargrove and the Italian-born vocal sensation Roberta Gambarini round out the ensemble. Hargrove lends his expert sound and riveting solos while Gambarini brings a remarkable range and gift for improvisation.

James Moody – Tenor Saxophone, Flute, Vocals 

Jimmy Heath – Tenor Saxophone 

Frank Wess – Alto Saxophone, Flute 

Antonio Hart – Alto Saxophone, Flute 

Gary Smulyan – Baritone Saxophone 

Frank Greene – Lead Trumpet 

Greg Gisbert – Trumpet 

Randy Brecker – Trumpet 

Claudio Roditi – Trumpet, Percussion 

Jason Jackson – Lead Trombone 

Steve Davis – Trombone 

Jay Ashby – Trombone, Percussion 

Douglas Purviance – Bass Trombone 

Mulgrew Miller – Piano 

Marty Ashby – Guitar 

John Lee – Bass/ Executive Director 

Dennis Mackrel – Drum