L.A.
'84 (see
tape contents below)
"Since true jazz accordion
is so rarely recorded today, this is an album that definitely should be
heard. First of all, it is a marvel the way Frank expresses himself,
playing great jazz lines with his right hand while keeping a moving, uninterrupted
bass line going with his left. he does it so smoothly and imaginatively
that the casual listener may think they are hearing a quartet instead of
a trio. This is accomplished without overdubbing or recording gimmicks
of any kind. The independence of the hands is truly a remarkable
achievement and one that Frank has worked hard to develop. Frank's
style of playing makes the accordion no longer a right hand only instrument.
...
The enthusiasm and jazz feel
really comes across on this album and should go a long way in restoring
dignity to the accordion as a jazz instrument."
Pete Jolly
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