Groovy Moments and Melodies

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Groovy Moments and Melodies is a recording project by Finnish jazz guitarist Tuomo J. Autio and Antti Rissanen, leader of The Great Helsinki Swing Big Band. It had it's beginning as a response to a suggestion from Pentti Lasanen, composer of jazz and entertainment music. The purpose was to make jazz-spirited interpretations of popular compositions by composer/musician Rauno Lehtinen (1932-2006). The result is a unique compilation that includes arrangements for jazz guitar and big band.