Take Note!
Capri/74011-2
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- Holly Hofmann - flute
- Mike Wofford - piano
- Bob Magnusson - bass
- Sherman Ferguson - drums
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- My Ship
- Thoughts of You
- Groove Merchant
- Whisper Not
- If You Could See Me Now
- Some Other Blues
- But Beautiful
- In Walked Bud
- Ceora
- Winter Sleeves
Review
Denny Townsend, Jazz Times
V
irtually every one of the cuts on the ear
with such ease that it to easy to miss the
many subtleties of shading and nuance
on the first listen. But, as with all things
of good taste, repeated exposure
reveals the excellence of craftsmanship
underlying its beauty.
Hofmann's attack is exacting without being clinical and her choice of material reveals a romantic, playful, and upbeat nature. Classically trained, she also grew up with a father who was a jazz guitarist and the blending of influences is clear. Wofford, Magnussen, and Ferguson clearly enjoy their time together here, and infuse the tunes with their approval of one another's skills. One tune where this harmony is particularly evident is the elegant and heartfelt "But Beautiful”, done ever so delicately, but with rich emotion. Hofmann's tone and breath control here lend just the right warmth to this endearing ballad, and the ensemble clearly states the same vision of the tune.
On “In Walked Bud”, Hofmann carries off the snappy tune with only drum and/or bass accompaniment, filling the spaces with such ease and grace that one scarcely notices the missing chords.
And again, on 'Winter Sheaves", she proves she can swing as hard as any up-tempo tune might require. But, the key to this record is not the formidable technique of Hofmann, or the various players. It is, instead, the spirit of expression they find here. Thoroughly pleasing and relaxed, HOLLY, TAKE NOTEI is a satisfying record to accompany the best of times. You're likely to finish the record in a better mood than you started.
