24 nights - orchestral

"Orchestral is the best of the [24 Nights] trio - because conductor Michael Kamen adds drama rather than mere dressing, seemingly inspiring percussionist Ray Cooper, the backing singers, and EC himself to greater heights (especially on the 29-minute "Concerto For Electric Guitar"). From the opening "Layla" coda served as an intro to "Crossroads", and on through "Can't Find My Way Home" (sung by Nathan East), "Edge Of Darkness" and a stunning and complete "Layla" it's superb".

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"The most startling and impressive [24 Nights set] ... The grandiose strings, horns, and percussion are expertly conceived and executed. A spectacular half-hour "Concerto for Electric Guitar," which has oddly never been heard before, seamlessly combines classical, jazz, and blues, generating a deserved standing ovation".

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