Rolf Smedvig & Empire Brass: “Jota No. 2“ - Brilliant Solo Composed by Trumpet Wizard Rafael Mendez

Mostly a solo feature for the amazing Rolf Smedvig. From of a recital by the great Empire Brass, given at Massachusetts’ Amherst College. The performance date was Feb. 1, 1985. Rolf Smedvig, trumpet Charles A. Lewis, Jr. trumpet David Ohanian, French horn Lawrence Isaacson, trombone Samuel Pilafian, tuba It is always enjoyable to hear a favorite ensemble or soloist play in front of a live audience. You get the honest performance, and you may hear a bit more “excitement“ because of the listeners. Musicians generally play better for people than microphones.