This CD of refreshing original compositions by Nick features two fantastic groups! Nick's original Seattle Trio, featuring Mark Ivester and Clipper Anderson, augmented by Andy Suzuki on reeds/woods, Jay Thomas on trumpet and Jennifer Lind-Ivester on vocals. Nick's Los Angeles based Quartet is present, too, featuring Andy Suzuki on reeds, Dean Taba on bass and Kendall Kay on drums. Sublime Fender Rhodes and Wurlitzer electric piano playing are a welcome addition to the landscape within many of these heartfelt arrangements, as well! MUSICIANS: Nick Manson - Acoustic Piano, Fender Rhodes & Wurlitzer Electric Piano Dean Taba - Acoustic Bass Clipper Anderson - Acoustic Bass Kendall Kay - Drums Mark Ivester - Drums Andy Suzuki - Reeds & Woods Jay Thomas - Trumpet Jennifer Lind-Ivester - Vocals