Behn Gillece / Mindset

Vibraphonist Behn Gillece steps into the spotlight and shows us where he is coming from with his 2015 release "Mindset." This exciting musical program features Gillece's brilliant original compositions presented by an amazing group of players, including pianist Rick Germanson, bassist Paul Gill, the ever bombastic Charles Ruggiero on drums, plus a guest appearance by long time compatriot saxophonist Ken Fowser. Critical listeners will certainly agree that Gillece's compositions and performances clearly demonstrate both his command of the vibraphone and his functional mastery of the jazz idiom. With a delicate balance of modernity and classic aesthetics, "Mindset" is insightfully straight ahead, steadily swinging, and refreshingly melodic enough to evoke a wide assortment of bright moments to discerning jazz fans everywhere.