A Celebration Of Maurice Hines: Tappin’ Thru Life
DIVA Jazz, 2025
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Listen to A Celebration Of Maurice Hines: Tappin’ Thru Life
The DIVA Jazz Orchestra and many others come together for this tribute to Maurice Hines, which is basically the soundtrack to his celebrated life.
The animated “Tappin’ Thru Life Overture” begins with the frisky drums and playful winds and brass, which gives us a taste of what’s to come, and “I’ve Never Been In Love Before” follows with John Manzari’s smooth voice alongside Jennifer Krupa’s well timed trombone.
Further on, “Ballin’ The Jack” allows for Leo Manzari’s playful pipes amid Jackie Warren’s frisky keys, while “All The Way” offers an intimate moment via Clint Holmes’ expressive pipes that suit the emotive piano.
Deeper still, the lively spirit of “L.O.V.E.” welcomes a frisky duet between Holmes and Ann Hampton Callaway that also recruits Jami Dauber’s animated trumpet, and “Too Marvelous For Words” exits with rich piano that’s paired with many vocals in a festive climate.
The DIVA Jazz Orchestra are in fine form, and the appearance of original cast members makes for a swingin’ good time that pays tribute to a life well lived.
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