ALBUM INFO
(Origin Records, 2005)
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1. CHEROKEE (music by Ray Noble, © Peter Maurice Music) 6:32
alto sax solo: Jeff Driskill, trumpet solo: Kye Palmer
2. RAINY DAY IN VANCOUVER (by C.Cross, © C.Cross Songs) 6:57
soprano sax solo: Bob Sheppard
3. FILM NOIR - PART I (music by Chris Walden, © Ticino Music) 4:08
trombone solo: Alex Iles
4. FILM NOIR - PART II (music by Chris Walden, © Ticino Music) 3:42
trumpet solo: Bobby Shew
5. FILM NOIR - PART III (music by Chris Walden, © Ticino Music) 3:20
alto sax solo: Brian Scanlon
6. MULHOLLAND FALLS (music by Dave Grusin, © United Lion) 5:39
flugelhorn solo: Ron King
7. HERE'S LOOKING AT YOU (music by Charlie Haden, © Liberation Music) 6:22
tenor sax solo: Rob Lockart
8. STAR WARS (music by John Williams, © Warner-Tamerlane) 5:05
tenor sax solo: Brandon Fields, drum solo: Peter Erskine
9. HOME OF MY HEART (music by Chris Walden, © Ticino Music) 8:14
flugelhorn solo: Chris Walden, tenor sax solo: Pete Christlieb
10. FEET FIRST (music by Lyle Mays, © Lyle Mays Inc.) 3:50
piano solo: Alan Steinberger
11. HERE'S THAT RAINY DAY (music by Jimmy van Heusen, © Bourne) 7:30
trombone solo: Bob McChesney
12. HOW LONG HAS THIS BEEN GOING ON (music & lyrics by George & Ira Gershwin, © WB Music) 2:49
vocal solo: Tierney Sutton
13. NONINO (music by Astor Piazzolla) 3:02
accordion solo: Frank Marocco
14. YOU TOOK ADVANTAGE OF ME (music & lyrics by R.Rodgers & L.Hart) 2:41
tenor sax solo: Rob Lockart
15. STOLEN MOMENTS (music by Oliver Nelson, © Alameda Music) 6:55
tenor sax solo: Rick Keller, guitar solo: Mitch Holder, drum solo: Tony Pia
16. DR. STEFAN FRANK (music by Peter Wagner & Andy Sedlmayer, © i2i Musikverlag) 0:44
TOTAL TIME: 77:37
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"Chris Walden and his great band breathe vibrant new life into our beloved "Big-Band" tradition.
Bravo, Chris... and keep the fires burning!" - John Williams
"Chris Walden is a dichotomy....a young composer/arranger comfortable with many musical directions, some of which are becoming increasingly rare. There is, to be sure, a wonderful orchestral technique at work.... the tools are all there. In addition, there is an imaginative and perceptive ear behind these charts. But maybe most significantly, there is a genuine devotion to the big band format...an art form that is increasingly rare. The harmonic and rhythmic life in these arrangements are fresh and unique, without abandoning the wonderful tradition that this kind of ensemble represents. The performances are superb, and the soloists are first rate. But the writing is the star here...that's what gives new life to this material. Chris has truly made his mark, and he owns it." - Dave Grusin
Chris Walden's "Home Of My Heart" is an exquisite collection of compositions, arrangements and musicianship. Chris has brought his unique artistry to the classic Big Band style. I am honored that he chose to do an arrangement of my tune "Rainy Day in Vancouver". It's the ultimate compliment when a musician of Chris's talents does so. Especially when he is a dear friend. - Christopher Cross
"Chris Walden's new album - "Home Of My Heart" - is an aurally captivating delight. In the best traditions of the Big Band genre it is beautifully written and magnificently executed. My own personal favorite - "Here's That Rainy Day" - is sophisticated in its harmonic language and voicings, and at the same is emotionally touching. A masterpiece. And an essential addition to the collection of any connoisseur of this kind of music."
Jeremy Lubbock
"Chris has found a way--His way--of combining his roots and influences within the large jazz ensemble context. His writing reflects his knowledge of handling of a big band and is always focused and exciting. Great work, Mr. Walden!" - John Clayton
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All tracks arranged, conducted and produced by Chris Walden
(#2. addapted from a string arrangement by Jeremy Lubbock, #7. adapted from a string arrangement by Alan Broadbent)
Vocal: Tierney Sutton (12)(courtesy of TELARC Records)
Saxes: Jeff Driskill, Brian Scanlon, Rob Lockart, Pete Christlieb (1,3,4,5,8,9), Brandon Fields (2,6,8),
Bob Sheppard (2), Rick Keller(7,10-16), Tom Petersen
Trumpets: Wayne Bergeron (1,3,4,5,8,9), Roger Ingram (2,6), Carl Saunders (2,6,7,10-16), Kye Palmer,
Ron King, Kevin Richardson, Bobby Shew (4)
Trombones: , Bob McChesney, Alex Iles (1,3,4,5,8,9), Bruce Otto (7,11,12,13,15),
Jacques Voyemant (1-6,8-10,14,16), Arturo Velasco (2,6), Bryant Byers (7,10-16), Rich Bullock
Guitar: Mitch Holder, Christopher Cross (2)
Piano: Alan Steinberger
Bass: Dave Carpenter
Drums: Peter Erskine (1-6,8,9), Tony Pia (7,10-16)
Percussion: M.B. Gordy (2,6,14)
Accordion: Frank Marocco (14)
Additional Drum and Synth Programming: Peter Moslener (2), Chris Walden (2,6,10,16)
Recorded at Capitol Studios, Hollywood on Sep 27 & 28, 2002 and Jan 17, 2003
Mixed at Capitol Studios on Jan 22 - 24, 2003
Recording and Mixing Engineer: Al Schmitt
Assistant Engineers: Bill Smith, Steve Genewick
Music Editor: Thomas Bartke
Mastered by Robert Vosgien at Capitol Mastering
Executive Producer: Chris Walden