C'est Manifique! by George Masso feat. Lou Colombo, Harry Allen, Johnny Varro
* Bonus Tracks
"...very enjoyable fifty minutes ... played with such technical prowess and intention that it is impossible not to be charmed."
- Jazz Review
The fine swing trombonist George Masso leads a top-notch sextet through seven Cole Porter songs on a spirited live date recorded in Hamburg, Germany. Masso has long been a valuable sideman but he also excels as a leader and is generous in allocating solo space. Trumpeter Lou Colombo (long a legend in the Northeast) is heard on one of his best showcases, tenor saxophonist Harry Allen (who sounds quite close to Stan Getz in spots) swings hard, and the rhythm section (pianist Johnny Varro, bassist Phil Flanigan, and drummer Jake Hanna) sounds as good as they look. Easily recommended to swing, trad, and classic jazz collectors.
AllMusic Review by Scott Yanow
Tracklist
| 1. | It's D'Lovely | 9:44 |
| 2. | It's All Right with Me | 10:50 |
| 3. | Why Shouldn't I | 4:52 |
| 4. | What Is This Thing Called Love | 7:08 |
| 5. | I Love You, Samantha | 5:51 |
| 6. | Get Out of Town | 9:42 |
| 7. | C'est Magnifique | 8:42 |
| 8. | Night and Day * | 4:53 |
| 9. | Just One of Those Things * | 7:18 |
| 10. | Ballad for a Friend * | 4:29 |
Credits
George Masso - trombone
Lou Colombo – trumpet, flugelhorn
Harry Allen – tenor sax
Johnny Varro - piano
Phil Flanigan - bass
Jake Hanna - drums
Recorded live on March 6, 1999 at the Hanse Merkur Auditorium, Hamburg, Germany.
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George Masso (November 17, 1926 - October 22, 2019) was an American jazz trombonist, bandleader, vibraphonist, and composer specializing in swing and Dixieland.
Masso is notable for his work from 1948–1950 as a member of the Jimmy Dorsey band.
He performed with Bobby Hackett and Benny Goodman. In the late 80s and early 90s, he recorded with Barbara Lea, Ken Peplowski, Bob Haggart, and Yank Lawson.