Pianist, composer, and arranger Toshiko Akiyoshi led what was considered to be one of the finest Big Bands in Jazz. They masterfully possess an individual sound while continuing to swing, maintaining a traditional Big Band feel. From the American Bebop of pianist Bud Powell, to Eastern folk music structures of Japan and the creativity of the band's principle soloist (saxophone/flutist Lew Tabackin), these various musical influences create a rich texture and originality to the renowned Toshiko...
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