This reissue is unrelated to another V.S.O.P. set simply titled
A Jazz Band Ball
.
Terry Gibbs
on vibes and marimba matches wits and creativity with
Victor Feldman
and
Larry Bunker
, both of whom double on vibes and xylophone. Assisted by pianist
Lou Levy
, bassist
Max Bennett
and drummer
Mel Lewis
, the intriguing frontline essentially plays bop, but with a great deal of color. The interaction between the vibraphonists, who are all featured and occasionally trade off, is the main reason to acquire this very interesting set. ~ Scott Yanow