22 – Elegant People: Syncopated Chaos and Sectional Glory

Elegant, yes. Easy? Definitely not. Elegant People demanded every ounce of sectional discipline and groove the DJA band could muster. In this episode, the team discuss how this Bob Mintzer chart—secured with a direct email—became one of the most rhythmically complex and rewarding tracks on the album. Through intricate woodwind doubles, sectional rehearsals, and a dryer mix to bring the detail forward, this tune evolved into a fierce showcase of DJA precision and power.