Companion (Live)
Barber's first live recording. This one followed a couple of years of touring with the quartet featured. This band was receiving rave reviews wherever it appeared and this record, a ''companion'' piece to <b>Modern Cool</b>, captures the band's infectious live vibe. Highlights include Barber's groovy version of Sonny & Cher's <i>The Beat Goes On</i> and her outspoken statement on the jazz scene, <i>If This Isn't Jazz?</i><p> Musicians: Patricia Barber, piano, vocal, Hammond B-3; Michael Arnopol, bass; John McLean, guitar; Eric Montzka, drums/percussion; Ruben P. Alvarez, percussion; Jason Narducy, guest vocal (5).