Note:
Morning Edition on Minnesota Public Radio has begun using selections from Small Steps as interludes between news stories. Contact Genaro Vasquez at Gvasquez@mpr.org (email) at www.mpr.org (web).
Reviews:
Leigh Kamman, The Jazz Image,
"From a collection called Small Steps, [Larry McDonough] has created a lot of music. [On Linus and Lucy,] certainly what [he] designed ... is almost another composition in a way. ... The artistry of Larry McDonough [includes] a lovely interpretation of Good Day Sunshine. What a thrill to catch up with [him] and his art. It certainly is just a bright excursion to sit in and listen to [his] performances. Wonderful, Herbie Hancock-Bill Evan-ish."
Chris Roberts, Word of Mouth
"The Dakota Bar and Grill will present a concert within a concert Saturday. Bozo Allegro, the jazz ensemble which allows a host of Twin Cities high School music teachers to strut their funky stuff, will pause mid-gig to allow pianist Larry McDonough to present a CD release concert for his new release "Small Steps". The disc features original compositions, and interpretations of tunes ranging from "Layla" through "Nature Boy" to "Linus and Lucy" by Vince Guaraldi. After Larry's set, Bozo will re-appear to perform selections from it upcoming album "Clown without Pity" And if you miss Saturdays gig at 9 pm, there will be a family show February 13th at 2:00."
