The idea for More Amor: A Tribute to Wes Montgomery started in 2004 when Lindberg asked Broom to perform Montgomery’s music, highlighting Broom’s talent and ability to engage audiences.
“Generations of gifted musicians have honed their skills through the ensemble,” DownBeat has observed. “If you like brassy big band music, you may know — or should get to know — the Chicago Jazz Orchestra,” declared WTTW News, noting their “40 years of bringing a fresh approach to timeless music.” Of the CJO’s album, Burstin’ Out, with vocalist Cyrille Aimée (2013): “The arrangements are picture perfect, and the soloists tell the story with profound musicianship” (Oregon Jazz Scene).
Challenge: Introducing and distributing the highly awaited Tribute to Wes Montgomery, a project that has been in development since 2004. Bobby Broom collaborates with The Chicago Jazz Orchestra for More Amor, which claimed the top spot on the Jazz Charts. Features include a digital release and a 2 LP vinyl album.
