Spinning Things from Someday by Marc Copland

Spinning Things (Copland) was written specifically for this band. “Robin and Drew really understand how to negotiate these kinds of structures, and Mark knows how to keep a propulsive carpet under everything.” After Verheyen, Copland and Gress have their say, drummer Ferber takes an exciting solo, after which the pianist and Verheyen engage in some spirited trading as the tune draws to a close, something the pianist says “I don’t think we’d ever done before on this one.”

Marc Copland, recognized for his unique style, is a prolific jazz pianist and composer. A longtime resident of New York, he was a close collaborator for nearly a half century with both John Abercrombie and Gary Peacock.. He has released almost 40 lead and solo albums since 1988, and has been a sideman on dozens more.