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(Excerpt) Bobby Kapp interprets lyrics and scat sings with a charming, casual approach. His tune, "Back Alleys," appears to be biographical. A blues that describes how one has paid his dues, the song reminds us that life is full of ups and downs. In the end, what matters is that we are able to do something with that. From the semifinals of the Thelonious Monk Institute Vocal Competition, to a current Kennedy Center-Department of State Jazz Ambassadorship, Kapp's trio appears to have made its mark. When he catches fire, the singer spins impressively. One of two up-tempo arrangements set the singer's spirit free. When scat singing fours or bopping rapidly with piano and bass, Kapp turns a better performance. The album's three instrumental numbers, "Darn that Dream," "My Old Flame" and "Beautiful Friendship," become high points of the session, where all three artists come together with passion. Whether comping or stretching out, Richard Wyands puts in a stellar appearance. by Jim Santella Cadence Magazine Vol. 27 No. 11 November 2001 |