The Crossley Crawford Group has been together since 2015, performing to sold out shows at “Jazz at Zias,” Penticton’s Dream Cafe, the Vernon Jazz Club, and the Ryga Arts Centre. This is their third CD of original jazz and vocal jazz tunes.

Larry Crawford’s career spans decades and includes playing on the original Sesame Street, touring with Liberace, Sammy Davis Jr. and Harry Belafonte, and five years touring with the NORAD bands. In addition to playing clarinet, tenor and soprano saxes and flute, this Okanagan icon is a prolific composer, writing all the tunes on this album.

Allan Crossley has been a mainstay at Zias restaurant since 2015, playing solo piano hundred of times. He is the lyricist and arranger for Larry’s compositions.

Yanti’s vocals are always a delight. Whether soloing with her ukulele or singing with a band, she draws audiences in with her enthusiasm and passion. She brings the Crawford/Crossley compositions to life!

Rounding out the group are Stefan Bienz, a bass player in high demand, who plays with numerous local groups and musical productions, and Scott Gamble, one of the finest drummers in B.C., whose musical playing and soloing are remarkable.

Joining us for the recording session was Craig Thomson, an amazing horn player and music educator.