Reviews & Press

January 9, 2021
Review at All About Jazz by Jack Bowers

"Few big-band albums in recent memory have been more pleasurable to hear and evaluate than The Third Quarter. With Pierro's irrepressible charts setting the course and his masterful orchestra giving them life, the session fairly bristles with energy and enthusiasm, amplified by the dexterity and magnetism of Pierro's creative power. Easily recommended."

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February 7, 2021
Review at All About Jazz  by Edward Blanco 

 "The Third Quarter is The Len Pierro Jazz Orchestra's recent offering and what an offering of fresh original compositions and re-imagined jazz standards it is. ... For those who appreciate the ensemble sound, there's plenty here to keep your ears popping. Enjoy!"

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January, 2021
Review for the New Jersey Jazz Society by Joe Lang

"Pierro is one fine arranger who has given his aggregation a lot of wonderful music to play on.  It is pleasing to hear, and it sounds like the band had just as much fun making it all come to life."  (read more)

January 7, 2022
Jack Bowers Top 15 Albums of 2021

"In spite of the Covid pandemic (and sometimes because of it!), 2021 was a splendid year for big-band albums, with eleven receiving 4 1/2-star reviews..."

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January 18, 2021
Review at Something Else! by Ross Boissoneau 

" If what you’re looking for is straight ahead big band music without a lot of frills, but with some exemplary playing, you’re in the right place."

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November 18, 2020
Article in The Chestnut Hill Local by Len Lear.

... "this CD sets the greatness bar very high."

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