Michael and Randy Brecker feat. by WDR BIG BAND - Strap-Hangin' | GRAMMY 2007

The WDR Big Band performs the program "Some Skunk Funk" together with Michael and Randy Brecker under the direction of Vince Mendoza. Other guest soloists include Jim Beard (piano), Will Lee (electric bass), Peter Erskine (drums) and Marcio Doctor (percussion).  Michael Brecker composed the tune "Strap-Hangin'," and the arrangement for the WDR Big Band is by Vince Mendoza. Produced at the 24th "LEVERKUSENER JAZZTAGEN" (2003).

For the album the WDR BIG BAND received the GRAMMY for "Best Album by a Large Jazz Ensemble" in 2007 and Michael Brecker received the GRAMMY for Best Jazz Instrumental Solo for the tune of the same name "Some Skunk Funk".

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