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Chuck Mangione - Flugelhorn & Keyboards
Chris Vadala - Saxophones & Flutes
Rob Mathes - Keyboards, Guitars, & Vocals
Joe Bonadio - Drums
Mark Manetta - Guitars
Billy Martin - Percussion
Gordon Johnson - Bass & Vocals
Recorded live at The Village Gate 1989
Feels So Good Records FSG 001D
All music composed and arranged by Chuck Mangione except
My Funny Valentine (Rogers & Hart)
She's Gone (music by Chuck Mangione words by Bat McGrath/Rohaba/Screen)
Liner Notes
After leading groups for over twenty years, I've
learned to recognize when my band is on a roll and taking my
music to another level. That's why I have a special
affection for live recordings.
If you're lucky enough to capture this feeling
on tape, it will live forever. With this in mind,
we traveled to New York City, moved into Art D'Lugoff's legendary
"Village Gate," which was celebrating its thirtieth
anniversary, and made it our home for a week. Each night
enthusiastic audiences created an atmosphere that encouraged
Joe, Mark, Chris, Billy, Rob and Gordon to approach the stage
with the "Have Fun - Go for everything" attitude I was
hoping for. The ensembles' playing was consistently
strong. There was such an intensity coming from the rhythm
section that encouraged each soloist to stretch out and bring
new life to the music. We were doing two shows a
night, each lasting at least two hours. In retrospect, I
now realize I created "High Class" trouble for myself
by having so much unique and wonderful music on tape to choose
from. The highlights from this memorable week are
contained in this recording. I truly hope that you enjoy
the experience of being there with us, "Live at the Village
Gate." -Chuck Mangione '89 Back
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