Friends, Treasures, Heroes
Friends, Treasures, Heroes is a solo piano album by Bob Florence. It was recorded in 2005 and released by Summit Records. Recording and music. Bob Florence was "known primarily as a bandleader, composer/arranger, and jazz educator", but also recorded a few solo piano albums. This example was recorded in August 2005. The main compositions are linked together by interludes and bridging sections. "Jools" is a tribute to Julie Andrews, with whom Florence played on several tours. Release and reception. "Friends, Treasures, Heroes" was released by Summit Records. The AllMusic reviewer concluded: "This beautifully crafted recording is  easily one of Bob Florence's greatest achievements." "The Penguin Guide to Jazz" commented that the choice and linking of material "works beautifully". The "JazzTimes" reviewer mentioned the romantic mood prevalent on the album and wrote: "you would have to have a heart of stone not to like this record."