Musical Tribute to JFK: The Kennedy Dream [Digipak]

Performer: Oliver Nelson
Engineer: Bobby Arnold
Producer: Bob Thiele
Distributor: Universal Distribution

Notes: Ever passionate about politics, Oliver Nelson here launches eight heartfelt orchestral jazz compositions from memorable sections of John Kennedy's speeches about equality and positive change. Nelson is occasionally heard singing on soprano and tenor. But one's attention is inevitably drawn to Nelson's compositional ability, particularly with strings. "The Rights of All," "Let the Word Go Forth" and "The Artists' Rightful Place" are standout pieces that also allow an opportunity to savor some of the fine talent here: Phil Woods, Hank Jones, George Duvivier, and Grady Tate.

Oliver Nelson was known throughout the 1950s and '60s not only as a fine alto saxophonist, but also as one of the most creative arrangers and composers in jazz. His work ranged from small groups to big bands to orchestral ensembles and even film and television scores. His most well-known recording is the seminal BLUES AND THE ABSTRACT TRUTH, which contained the now-standard "Stolen Moments."

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