Melodic, romantic Latin Jazz featuring rhythms from Brazil, Cuba, Argentina and the Caribbean performed in a trio format with Grammy-nominated pianist, Dana Landry, and world-renowned drummer, Daniel Messina.

9 MP3 Songs
LATIN: Latin Jazz, JAZZ: Latin Jazz

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Casual fans of music and musicians alike will enjoy âLatin Journeyâ. Nine timeless and accessible melodies are skillfully interpreted by bassist Michael Kraft, Grammy-nominated pianist Dana Landry and world-renowned drummer Daniel Messina. Three of the nine tracks are fresh, new arrangements of memorable songs by Jazz legends Charlie Haden, Bill Frisell and Chuck Mangione. What sets the CD aside from many modern Jazz recordings is the groups respect for the average listener. The musicians restrain from self-indulgent extended improvisations, choosing instead to embellish the inherent beauty of the compositions with their individualistic artistic impressions.

Michael Kraft - Basses: University of North Texas Jazz Studies Alumni and Neuklang Recording Artist has performed throughout the US and Germany. His recording debut with Daniel Messina and Dana Landry features self-composed Latin Jazz and original arrangements of Modern Jazz classics.

Dana Landry â Piano: Grammy-nominated Pianist Dana Landry has performed with the legends of Jazz, including Gary Burton, Eddie Daniels, Bob Brookmeyer, George Garzone, and many others. He is the Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Northern Colorado, one of the most prestigious Jazz programs in the world. He also performs and teaches at many Summer Jazz Camps throughout the US. Dana is a Summit Records Artist.

Daniel Messina â Drums: Drummer, Composer, Bandleader and Teacher Daniel Messina has performed worldwide to great acclaim. He performed with Organist Barbara Dennerlein for nearly 11 years and has released 5 CDs featuring his Latin Jazz compositions. He maintains an active performing schedule with many of Germany's best musicians.