(Jazz, Smooth Jazz) Chuck Mangione - Live at the Village Gate - 1989, 2 CD, MP3 (tracks), 320 kbps

: After leading groups for over twenty years, I've learned to recognize when my band is on a roll and taking my music to another level. That's why I have a special affection for live recordings.
If you're lucky enough to capture this feeling on tape, it will live forever.
With this in mind, we traveled to New York City, moved into Art D'Lugoff's legendary "Village Gate," which was celebrating its thirtieth anniversary, and made it our home for a week. Each night enthusiastic audiences created an atmosphere that encouraged Joe, Mark, Chris, Billy, Rob and Gordon to approach the stage with the "Have Fun - Go for everything" attitude I was hoping for. The ensembles' playing was consistently strong. There was such an intensity coming from the rhythm section that encouraged each soloist to stretch out and bring new life to the music.
We were doing two shows a night, each lasting at least two hours. In retrospect, I now realize I created "High Class" trouble for myself by having so much unique and wonderful music on tape to choose from.
The highlights from this memorable week are contained in this recording. I truly hope that you enjoy the experience of being there with us, "Live at the Village Gate."
-Chuck Mangione '89