Características
When Lars Erstrand entered the recording studio in Jakobsberg, a suburb of Stockholm, on February 22, 1991, he already had an impressive jazz career behind him: with over 60 releases, both as a leader and as a sideman, the vibraphonist had earned an excellent reputation far beyond the borders of Scandinavia. In addition, he has a deep friendship with Jan-Eric Persson, for whose label Opus 3 Records he had already recorded various productions since 1979. The fact that “Dream Dancing” was to become one of the most successful releases to date for both Lars Erstrand and Opus 3 was mainly due to the inspiring line-up of the quartet: In addition to the fantastic rhythm section featuring Jonny Johnson on bass and Scandinavian drumming legend Leif “Gus” Dahlberg, it is once again Kjell Öhman who impresses with his characteristic phrasing and original Hammond B-3 sound. As the quasi second leader, he leaves an incomparable mark on these recordings and creates magical moments! Jan-Eric Persson succeeds in capturing the spirit and atmosphere in the studio with his usual minimalist technical effort in a radiantly sparkling, naturalistic soundscape: opulent colors, sensual sound, wonderfully relaxed music!
The LP (180-gram vinyl, 33 RPM), which boasts outstanding sound quality, was pressed by Optimal Media. Andreas “Lupo” Lubich (Calyx Mastering, Berlin) is responsible for the lacquer disc cutting.
MUSICIANS
Lars Erstrand: vibraphoneKjell Öhman: Hammond B-3 organJonny Johnson: bassLeif „Gus“ Dahlberg: drums
Side A1. A Beautiful Friendship2. Dream Dancing3. East Of The Sun4 Sweet Georgia Brown5. Manha De Carnival
Side B1. One For The Woofer2. In A Mellow Tone3. Old Folks