The Ed Palermo Big Band
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Records With Zappa Covers
Ed Palermo's Big Band has been together since 1980 and has been playing and honing the music of Frank Zappa since 1994.
Their CD, Plays The Music Of Frank Zappa is a concept of love for the complex music of Frank Zappa. These crafty interpretations, all arranged by Ed Palermo, stand as a testament to the longevity and originality of Zappa and his music. This music drives on its spontaneity and unpredictability. Palermo and his band bring this volatile music to life in a deft and powerful way, making it their own.
Made up of top New York musicians, the CD also features guest soloists: "Zappa-alums" Singer and woodwind player Napoleon Murphy Brock, guitarist Mike Keneally and vibraphonist Dave Samuels, saxophonists Bob Mintzer and Chris Potter and guitarist Mike Stern
Records With Zappa Musicians
Bandmembers
Ed Palermo (arranger, alto saxophone, guitar); Cliff Lyons (alto saxophone, flute, clarinet); Ben Kono (flute, clarinet, tenor saxophone); Bill Straub (flute, tenor saxophone); Barbara Cifelli (piccolo, flute, baritone saxophones, clarinet); Phil Chester (piccolo, flute, soprano & alto saxophones); Ronnie Buttacavoli & John Hines (trumpet); Charlie Gordon, Joe Fiedler (trombone); Matt Ingman (bass trombone); Bob Quaranta (piano); Ted Kooshian (harpsichord, organ, synthesizer); Paul Adamy (electric bass); Ray Marchica (drums); Carl Restivo (guitar & vocals)
