Back to Balboa

by Stan Kenton

Back to Balboa cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1958
  • Label: Capitol
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 41:08
  • Community rating: 3.6/5 from 2 ratings

Artists on this release: Kenny Shroyer, Sam Noto, Jim Amlotte, Bill Catalano, Bill Perkins, Steve Perlow, Jules Chaikin, Lee Katzman, Red Kelly, Kent Larsen, Vincent DeRosa, Archie LeCoque, James Decker, Lennie Niehaus, Jerry McKenzie, Don Reed, Richie Kamuca, Bill Robinson, Phil Gilbert

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Revisiting the swinging, west-coast roots of his early career, the visionary bandleader assembles an all-star alumni orchestra to re-examine classic arrangements. The session blends the sheer power of his signature massive brass sections with a remarkably relaxed, danceable groove that harkens back to the ballrooms of Balboa. The record stands as a nostalgic, highly energetic celebration of big band history.

Genres

Tracklist

  1. The Big Chase (4:20)
  2. Rendezvous At Sunset (4:17)
  3. Speak Low (3:28)
  4. My Old Flame (4:02)
  5. Out Of This World (5:44)
  6. Begin The Beguine (3:43)
  7. Get Out Of Town (2:39)
  8. Royal Blue (5:51)
  9. I Concentrate On You (3:22)
  10. Beyond The Blue Horizon (3:37)

Credits

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