"Together Again"
The Steve Schneck Quartet's first CD was released in 1994. Neil Tesser wrote in his liner notes that [the recording's] "most obvious virtue is the undistracted pleasure [Schneck] takes in formulating his related and lyrically transparent solos.... Schneck's rich, round tone remains his calling card: big and pure but none-the- less malleable, and well suited for his carefully well-ordered solo constructions. "Recordame" presents a perfect example of Schneck's easy going logic, influenced by the clarity of Clifford Brown but perhaps more reminiscent of Chet Baker's ardent simplicity. But there's no percentage in focusing on any one solo here, since each one shows the same degree of uncluttered melodicism."
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"Dedicated to You"
The Steve Schneck Quartet's most recent CD was released in January 2012. In his liner notes, noted Chicago jazz critic and author Neil Tesser wrote that Schneck has “continu[ed] to hone his musical mastery of the trumpet and its larger and mellower cousin, the flugelhorn. And now, he has indeed made another disc, long overdue for ... those who take pleasure in pure and lovely melody, and who treasure the deceptively simple art of carving lapidary gems from the raw materials supplied by the endlessly generous Great American Songbook.”
You can listen to portions of all 8 tracks on "Dedicated to You" and purchase or download tracks and the complete CD from CD Baby.
You can listen to portions of all 8 tracks on "Dedicated to You" and purchase or download tracks and the complete CD from CD Baby.
The liner notes on The Steve Schneck Quartet's CDs were written by Neil Tesser, a Grammy Award winning journalist who also received the Jazz Journalists Association's Lifetime Achievement Award in Jazz Journalism in 2015. The following reviews were written by other listeners of Steve and the Steve Schneck Quartet's CD, "Dedicated to You."
Memories of Italy
I first met Steve in an idyllic farmhouse in central Italy where he played us an impromptu after-dinner (muted) medley on an Umbrian terrace under the stars, while drinking limoncello - quite an achievement. This collection is beautiful, evocative and melodious. I particularly liked the sense of intimacy in The Nearness of You (they could be playing for you at your table) and Moonlight in Vermont. Great music, great memories. - James MacDonald
Steve, thank you so much for your CD, it arrived yesterday. I pulled it out of my mailbox when I got home from work, sat in my car and listened to it in it's entirety. It brought me much joy to listen to you play after not hearing your sound since probably 1980. You were always an inspiration to me and still are! I loved it!! - Dave Richards
I first met Steve in an idyllic farmhouse in central Italy where he played us an impromptu after-dinner (muted) medley on an Umbrian terrace under the stars, while drinking limoncello - quite an achievement. This collection is beautiful, evocative and melodious. I particularly liked the sense of intimacy in The Nearness of You (they could be playing for you at your table) and Moonlight in Vermont. Great music, great memories. - James MacDonald
Steve, thank you so much for your CD, it arrived yesterday. I pulled it out of my mailbox when I got home from work, sat in my car and listened to it in it's entirety. It brought me much joy to listen to you play after not hearing your sound since probably 1980. You were always an inspiration to me and still are! I loved it!! - Dave Richards
Outstanding Jazz Moods
These eight "classics" should delight dedicated jazz fans and make enthusiasts of classical chamber music listeners as well. The sound quality and balance are exceptional, with all instrumentalists feeling the moods and working beautifully together. This album should be in every music-lover's collection. - Laurie Brown
Heart and Soul in a Trumpet
I didn't know such soulful melodies could come from a trumpet. This CD makes whatever you are doing - from household tasks to drinking Dom Perignon - feel meaningful and contemplative. I highly recommend it for setting up that special romantic mood. - Cindy
These eight "classics" should delight dedicated jazz fans and make enthusiasts of classical chamber music listeners as well. The sound quality and balance are exceptional, with all instrumentalists feeling the moods and working beautifully together. This album should be in every music-lover's collection. - Laurie Brown
Heart and Soul in a Trumpet
I didn't know such soulful melodies could come from a trumpet. This CD makes whatever you are doing - from household tasks to drinking Dom Perignon - feel meaningful and contemplative. I highly recommend it for setting up that special romantic mood. - Cindy
Beautiful Dedication
A great collection. From soulful and romantic melodies to spunky rhythms, there are a lot of beautiful and fun surprises. Steve and his band have created such amazing music, you never want the tracks to end. - Haleh Alberg
I look forward to hearing this quartet live in Chicago
Steve Schneck and the musicians in his quartet make music that is totally
professional, highly creative and very beautiful. I can close my eyes and imagine that I am in a sophisticated lounge anywhere in the world listening to the renowned Steve Schneck quartet play for a discerning audience of jazz
aficionados. - Stuart W. Stein
A great collection. From soulful and romantic melodies to spunky rhythms, there are a lot of beautiful and fun surprises. Steve and his band have created such amazing music, you never want the tracks to end. - Haleh Alberg
I look forward to hearing this quartet live in Chicago
Steve Schneck and the musicians in his quartet make music that is totally
professional, highly creative and very beautiful. I can close my eyes and imagine that I am in a sophisticated lounge anywhere in the world listening to the renowned Steve Schneck quartet play for a discerning audience of jazz
aficionados. - Stuart W. Stein