Bob Enevoldsen (1920-2005) was undoubtedly one of the most versatile performers in the Hollywood jazz scene. But his talent was so multi-faceted that besides the fact that he was a completely schooled instrumentalist, he also developed into an impressive and gifted arranger. “Smorgasbord” presents Bob Enevoldsen with an interesting line up composed of Marty Paich on accordion and piano, Larry Bunker on vibes, piano and drums, Red Mitchell on bass and piano, Howard Roberts on guitar, Don Heath on drums and Bob, of course, on valve trombone, tenor sax and bass. “A variety of doubles among these players afforded an opportunity for orchestral changes in an attempt to set up a different feeling for each piece,” said Enevoldsen. Each composition was carefully arranged and rehearsed and the group gets a unique sound with this instrumentation.
Featuring Marty Paich, Red Mitchell, Howard Roberts, Larry Bunker, Don Heath.
17 Tracks. Recorded in Hollywood, August 8 (# 1 to 5) and November 25 & 29 (# 6 to 17), 1955.