Vince Mendoza Epiphany

'Epiphany' is an album by composer and arranger Vince Mendoza, released in 1999, it is appearing here on vinyl for the first time. It features the London Symphony Orchestra and seven jazz soloists, including John Abercrombie, Michael Brecker, Peter Erskine, and Kenny Wheeler. The album consists of eight original compositions by Mendoza, ranging from the lyrical "Impromptu" to the rhythmic "Barcelona". The music is a blend of classical and post-bop, with influences from show tunes and Spanish folk music. Mendoza's orchestrations are subtle and evocative, creating a rich and varied sonic palette. The soloists interact with the orchestra in different ways, by blending in, contrasting, and often improvising over the written parts. This prefund musical journey is a testament to Mendoza's creativity and versatility as a composer and a conductor.

This sumptuous package presenting a 20th century wonder is mastered on 180-gram vinyl for the first time by legendary engineer Bernie Grundman, bringing out the detailed nuances of an entrancing and moving musical journey.

John Abercrombie: guitar
Michael Brecker: tenor saxophone
Peter Erskine: drums
Marc Johnson: bass
Joe Lovano: tenor saxophone
John Taylor: piano
Kenny Wheeler: trumpet and flugelhorn
London Symphony Orchestra