The warm, reedy sound of a wood-case button accordion is one of the most joyful sounds in Irish music. And when the legendary Joe Derrane is behind the box, it's always a toss-up: is it time to dance or just sit back and revel in his blazing speed and endless inventions? "The Man Behind the Box is another gem from this living treasure who shows no sign of slowing down," according to the Irish Echo.
A "dream team" Irish trio plays traditional jigs, reels and airs with passion and originality. "It's no surprise that this is an album which elevates the senses. It brims with good humour and abandon. Three master musicians have chimed in to create a modern masterpiece," praises Aidan Crossey of Paythereckoning.com.
“…this CD can safely be called a landmark recording. Rarely has the sheer beauty and excitement of classic tunes been so brilliantly presented," according to Irish Music Magazine. Rooted in tunes of the early 1900’s, the button accordion-fiddle-piano trio pays homage to the classic years of Irish music in America with sound like no Celtic CD you’ve heard.
Irish America describes: “The Celtic Jazz Collective is stylish, sophisticated, and most importantly, swinging. This album is a must-have for jazz buffs who wish to explore music, for Irish music aficionados looking for a toe-hold onto jazz…ah, flip it: it’s a must-have, period.” Some of Ireland’s finest plus a smoking jazz rhythm section created a historic first. And, they made fun music.
