At just fifty-six years young, Rodney Whitaker has cemented his legendary status as a sought-after bassist extraordinaire and, arguably the pre-eminent jazz educator of his generation. The Detroit, Michigan native, recently elected to the hallowed ranks of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, that includes such innovators as Benjamin Franklin and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., continues to firmly establish himself as a superb interpreter of original music, notably through his fruitful association with composer Gregg Hill. Mosaic is the fourth collaboration between Hill and Whitaker, and features his vibrant, working band imbuing Hill's fresh, idiosyncratic compositions with fiery interaction, deep swing, wise decisions, and a forward-thinking sense of adventure.

The title track "Mosaic" immediately drops the listener deep into the pensive waters of Hill's soundscape as drummer Dana Hall's mallets and cymbal shimmers create a magical atmosphere. We are treated to splendid introductions to the band's fluid creativity as trumpeter