Johnny Meijer Regenboog Serie 157 (CD)

(Dureco) 16 tracks

Regenboog Serie 157 presents Dutch accordion master Johnny Meijer performing a selection of well-known melodies from jazz, swing and popular music. The programme includes classics such as Tangerine, Poinciana, Rosetta, Cute, Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone and The Girl From Ipanema. Further highlights include The Lonesome Road, Don't Get Around Much Anymore, China Boy, Body And Soul, Shine and It's Only A Paper Moon. Additional titles such as Lover, I Saw Stars, Bagpipe Boogie and Modern Bach - Lullaby Of Birdland add variety to the collection. Johnny Meijer was widely admired for his technical skill and expressive accordion style, and this CD offers an enjoyable overview of his interpretations of famous melodies. A rewarding release for collectors of accordion music, Dutch recordings and classic jazz standards.