Kelly Ottaway and the Modern Operative

Alistair Dobson performs as a feature soloist for this premiere jazz ensemble. In addition to performing, two of his compositions have been arranged by Kelly Ottaway especially for this recording project. This series of recordings was commisioned by the Australian Broadcasting Coporation for use on Jazz Track - their premiere jazz radio program on the ABC's 'Classic FM' station. Other Members of the ensemble are Kelly Ottaway (piano/vibraphone), David Theak (saxophone), Daniel Barnett (trombone/vocals/shells), Kristen Berardi (vocals), Robert Mason (saxophone), Les Johnston (trombone), Tim Jones (tuba), Gillan Gregory (guitar), Hamish Stevenson-Elliot (bass) and Galen Harvey-Allanson (drums)