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Live from Studio A in New York City is an album by violinist Johnny Frigo. It was his second album as leader and came over 30 years after his debut.[1] This was also the first album recorded by Chesky Records.

Live from Studio A in New York City
Live album by Johnny Frigo
Released	1988
Recorded	November 1988
Genre	Swing
Length	55:30
Label	Chesky
Producer	David Chesky, Norman Chesky
Johnny Frigo chronology
I Love John Frigo...He Swings Live from Studio A in New York City (1988) Debut of a Legend (1994)

Recording and music

The album was recorded in November 1988.[2] In addition to Frigo, the musicians were guitarists Bucky Pizzarelli and John Pizzarelli, bassists Ron Carter and Michael Moore (one of whom played on each track), and drummer Butch Miles.[1] The material is standards.[1]

Release and reception

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
AllMusic	[1]
The Penguin Guide to Jazz	[2]

Live from Studio A in New York City was released by Chesky Records and was their first issue.[2] The Penguin Guide to Jazz described it as "a strong set, with a great band, though Miles is typically showy".[2] The AllMusic reviewer wrote that Frigo "was immediately considered one of the top swing-based violinists".[1]

Track listing

1. Pick Yourself Up and Start All Over Again (3:05)
2. Do Nothing Till You Hear from Me (6:48)
3. Detour Ahead (4:21)
4. Just Friends (3:23)
5. Estrellita (2:34)
6. Stompin' at the Savoy (4:05)
7. Early Autumn (5:03)
8. You Stepped Out of a Dream (3:20)
9. In a Sentimental Mood (5:16)
10. Song Is You (4:07)
11. I'm Through with Love (4:06)
12. Summer Me, Winter Me (2:36)
13. Tangerine (3:19)
14. I'll Never Be the Same (3:27)

Personnel

• Johnny Frigo – violin
• Bucky Pizzarelli – guitar
• John Pizzarelli – guitar
• Ron Carter – double bass
• Michael Moore – double bass
• Butch Miles – drums

References

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