Day Tripper

The Beatles are one of my all-time favorite bands and I like to take their songs and warp them into my jazz point of view. I go about it delicately because the last thing I want to do is spoil the original vibe. I experiment with these following elements; tempo, meter, melody, chord changes, rhythmic groove, and the road map and work at it until I get what feels fresh and new but still feeling like a Beatles tune. The sonic workshop then makes it's way to the players and the performance. And speaking of that, what good fortune I have to work with my favorite musos and my favorite Rebecca Jade on vocals. I think we make good music and this Beatles collection is a joy.

Thanks for listening…

Peter Sprague

September, 2022

Peter Sprague — guitar

Tripp Sprague — sax, flute, and piano
Justin Grinnell — bass
Duncan Moore — drums
and special guest Rebecca Jade – vocals

Produced by Peter Sprague

Recorded at SpragueLand Studios, Encinitas, CA / 2022

Recorded, mixed and mastered by Peter Sprague at SpragueLand Studios

Cover art concept by Peter Sprague, Stefanie Sprague, and Brian Balthazor

Special thanks to Yuris Zeltins, Andy Powers, D’Addario Strings, and Iron Horse Amps

All songs arranged by Peter Sprague

Nominated for the Jazz Album of the Year at the San Diego 2023 Music Awards

1) Day Tripper

music by Lennon/McCartney
arranged by Peter Sprague

2) Drive My Car

music by Lennon/McCartney
arranged by Peter Sprague

3) In My Life

music by Lennon/McCartney
arranged by Peter Sprague

4) I Want to Hold Your Hand

music by Lennon/McCartney
arranged by Peter Sprague

5) I've Just Seen a Face

music by Lennon/McCartney
arranged by Peter Sprague

6) Let It Be

music by Lennon/McCartney
arranged by Peter Sprague

7) Come Together

music by Lennon/McCartney
arranged by Peter Sprague