Buddy DeFranco - Street Scene Over The Rainbow

Review by John Centofanti

Street Scene Over The Rainbow by Buddy DeFranco is a masterpiece of jazz music. The album features DeFranco's unparalleled clarinet playing, which is both technically impressive and emotionally evocative. The album consists of a mix of original compositions and jazz standards, all of which are given fresh and exciting treatment by DeFranco and his band.

The album opens with the title track, "Street Scene," a lively and upbeat tune that showcases the band's tight rhythm section and DeFranco's virtuosic playing. The album then moves into a series of standards, including "I Can't Get Started" and "Lover Man," each of which is given a unique and memorable treatment by DeFranco and his band.

Throughout the album, DeFranco's playing is a joy to listen to. His technical mastery of the clarinet is evident in every note he plays, but it is his ability to infuse each note with emotion and feeling that sets him apart as a truly great jazz musician. The band is also top-notch, providing the perfect accompaniment to DeFranco's playing and adding their own unique flourishes to each track.

Summary by John Centofanti

Street Scene Over The Rainbow is a must-listen for any fan of jazz music. Buddy DeFranco's playing is simply outstanding, and the album as a whole is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of jazz music.