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“The ensemble playing is as clean as a whistle. The band plays in tune and with dynamics. Also, there is some fine arranging and orchestrating going on here, and the soloists perform at top level.”

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Horace Silver
Horace Silver

Horace Silver, a renowned jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader, was born on September 2, 1928, and passed away on June 18, 2014. His musical career spanned over half a century, and he was known for his unique jazz style and improvisational skills. more

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