The Island of Dr. Trombone


The Island of Dr. Trombone is a 2000 jazz album by trombonist Harry Watters. Regarding the tropical feel of the album, Watters said that “recording the disc was a therapeutic way of getting through the harshest weeks of sub-freezing temperatures.” The album features several of Watters’ own compositions as well as those by other artists.

Production

The album was recorded in Decatur, Alabama.

Critical reception

Cadence deemed the album "light jazz... as innocuous as a summer zephyr." AllMusic called the album "a minor classic, an affirmation of the vitality of the jazz trombone, and an entertainingly joyful noise."

Personnel

Track listing

  1. "The Island of Dr. Trombone" – 3:56
  2. "Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White" – 4:33
  3. "The Trainer on the Beach" – 4:39
  4. "Theme from ‘I Dream of Jeannie’" – 3:56
  5. "You Are the Sunshine of My Life" – 3:57
  6. "Fiesta Bay" – 3:33
  7. "Here Comes the Sun" – 3:49
  8. "S.C. Is Hittin' the Beach" – 5:07
  9. "Trinidad" – 5:22
  10. "Yesterday" – 3:26