“Stan Bann’s Penmanship is a tour de force of outstanding low brass performance and composition. The project showcases the immense level of talent from the Minneapolis low brass community as well featured performances by four of my all-time favorite trombonists Bob McChesney, Andy Martin, Ian McDougall and Dave Steinmeyer. A pleasure to listen to on every level. Bravo Stan!”

“Beautifully conceived, fun and creative writing for trombones. Yah!”

“Penmanship may be a dying art as it relates to handwriting—but Stan Bann’s “Penmanship” is a gorgeous ode to the thriving art of the musical scribe, and Stan is abundantly gifted in that art. His eight originals and two arrangements here are all beautifully, creatively scored for low brass and rhythm. And the playing? Oh my. Heavyweights Andy Martin, Bob McChesney, Ian MacDougall and Dave Steinmeyer lend extra heft and presence to Stan’s solid group of Minneapolis locals. This is a set brimming with groove and energy—worth repeated listens! ”