“FIFTH ELEMENT” incorporates the musical talents of each member to create the ensemble sound you hear on every track. Bassist, Ron Johnston, brings decades of experience to provide the big sound that is the foundation of every great ensemble. His lines weave in and out of the changes in a seamless manner and he is also a wonderful soloist. Drummer, Glenn Anderson, provides the ideal balance bringing his vast knowledge to supply just the right touch to every tune. In Swing and Latin tunes, Glenn provides energy and drive to the ensemble and he is equally gifted with impeccable brush work on Ballads.
Pianist, Dale Scaife, has a musicality in his accompaniments that demonstrates remarkable sensitivity in backing the vocals and soloists. His own solos have a thoughtful compositional approach and are, at times, playful. Our vocalist, Nina Richmond, has a complete mastery of every genre on this album. With her gift of musical phrasing and lyricism, she has an ability to communicate with her audience in large and intimate settings, which translates beautifully in this recording.
Tenor saxophonist, Dave Coules, ensures that he complements each vocal in an eminently tasteful manner. As a soloist, he consistently gives the listener access to the song clearly rooted in the lines he crafts. "FIFTH ELEMENT" displays the strengths of the individual players and provides the perfect vehicle for this ensemble to perform 12 of its most requested tunes, all arranged by Dave Coules.
We released "FIFTH ELEMENT" on December 3, 2020, and plan to celebrate with a performance as soon as live music is allowed once again in Toronto.
"All About Jazz" recently chose our opening track "I Can't Believe That You're In Love With Me" as its upcoming "Track of the Day" for May 7th. Within 5 days we have had over 900 listens!
1. I Can't Believe That You're In Love With Me 04:06
2. A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square 04:06
3. It Might As Well Be Spring 03:13
4. I Love Being Here With You 03:53
5. The Gentle Rain 05:12
6. There Will Never Be Another You 03:27
7. More Than You Know 05:09
8. September In The Rain/On A Misty Night 05:01
9. The Look of Love 03:32
10. Days Of Wine And Roses 04:13
11. My Romance 05:19
12. My Shining Hour 04:06
