“From the cascading runs of “Series One” and the grand, juicy chords of “The Pearl,” to the title track’s rhythmic, low cruising vamp and “Minefield”‘s disarming sense of adventure, Swimming Lessons gives notice of a major young composer and pianist. A fetching blend of compositional smarts and improvisational daring make this modern jazz of the highest order.”
Robin Tolleson, contributor
Downbeat
Includes Roman Candles – winner of the 1997 Thelonious Monk/BMI Jazz Composers award.
Jack Perla: piano/composer/arranger
Harvey Wainapel: soprano, alto & tenor saxophone
Andrè Bush: acoustic & electric guitar
Alan Miguel Hall: drums
Derek Jones: acoustic & electric bass
Chuck MacKinnon: trumpet
Jeff Cressman: trombone
All compositions by Jack Perla
Music Without Walls, BMI
Produced by Jack Perla & Cookie Marenco
Click here to download a hi-res copy of Swimming Lessons for the Dead.
