Bob Wilber - Bob Wilber & The Three Amigos (2012)

The Three Amigos is not a table-hopping Mariachi band, but an ever-cruising all-star jazz combo, so dubbed during a gig in Mexican waters when they first played together. Don’t let the Alaskan wolf jackets throw you off, they are mementos from another cruise destination, the 49th state. If luxurious cruise ships come to mind, you’ve got the picture. This particular journey took the Amigos to a Florida studio where the eight world-class Amigos led by Bob Wilber strut their stuff, whether as soloists or tight ensemble players, backed by a swinging rhythm section, fresh from the Third Arbors Invitational Jazz Party. As these notes are written, the Amigos are getting ready to gear up for a round trip Jazzdagen -sponsored cruise from Los Angeles to Mexico. The Alaskan wolf jackets will be held in reserve.

Bob Wilber-soprano sax, clarinet
Pieter Meijers-soprano sax, clarinet
Antti Sarpila-soprano sax, clarinet
Rossano Sportiello-piano
Bucky Pizzarelli-guitar
John Cocuzzi-vibes
Nicki Parrott-bass
Eddie Metz Jr-drums