This interesting Dixieland-oriented set features a septet of fine players who at the time were based in Florida. Clarinetist
Allan Vache, trombonist
John Allred, pianist
Johnny Varro and ageless bassist
Bob Haggart are quite well-known in trad circles, while drummer
Ed Metz, Jr. has a growing reputation. Guitarist Bob Leary (who takes two vocals) sounds fine, but it is the up-and-coming cornetist David Jones who is the main discovery of this CD. The musicians all have chances to shine, and among the many high points of the easily enjoyable set are "Meet Me Tonight in Dreamland," "My Honey's Lovin' Arms" and "Jubilee." ~ Scott Yanow