Whiz Kids is an album by the Gary Burton Quintet, recorded in June 1986 and released on ECM February the following year.ECM discography accessed September 27, 2011 The quintet features saxophonist Tommy Smith and rhythm section Makoto Ozone, Steve Swallow and Martin Richards.
Reception
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated: "The repertoire (all obscurities) and post-bop solos have more fire than one would normally expect on a Gary Burton record, and there are plenty of colorful moments on this subtle but adventurous set."Yanow, S. AllMusic Review accessed September 19, 2011
Track listing All compositions by Makoto Ozone except as indicated "The Last Clown" (Tommy Smith) - 8:57 "Yellow Fever" - 6:53 "Soulful Bill" (James Williams) - 8:11 "La divetta" - 8:34 "Cool Train" (Christian Jacob) - 6:46 "The Loop" (Chick Corea) - 8:10
Personnel Gary Burton – vibraphone, marimba Tommy Smith – tenor saxophone Makoto Ozone – piano Steve Swallow – electric bass Martin Richards – drums
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