Mitchel Forman - Perspectives (2006)

Keyboardist Mitchel Forman presents a unique “Perspective” on his new collection of classic jazz tunes, which includes signature songs by such jazz legends as John McLaughlin, Chick Corea, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Keith Jarrett, Ron Carter and Russell Ferrante. In a career that has spanned two decades, Forman has performed with many of the artists whose compositions are featured on “Perspectives.” His bio and discography read like a virtual who’s who of modern jazz, and include work with musicians ranging from Stan Getz and Gerry Mulligan to Pat Metheny and Wayne Shorter. Talented on both acoustic and electric keyboards, Forman performs in a variety of settings on “Perspectives.” Joining him are an impressive set of players, including Trey Henry (Tierney Sutton, the Gerald Wilson Orchestra) on bass, Ray Brinker (Ray Charles, Pat Benatar) on drums, and Munyungo Jackson (Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock) on percussion.