Victor Trachsel

Victor Trachsel: I'm Glad There Is You

by Dave Nathan
May 1, 2001

This album introduces a new entry to the male vocal scene with Victor Trachsel. Trachsel does not have that muscular, strong voice many other members of the vocal fraternity possess. He's hip, cool the same way Mel Torme and Chet Baker were. He also understands the importance of good arrangements that allow enough room for his sidemen to stretch out. On almost every cut, Trachsel takes the opening chorus followed by a hefty solo by or more of the musicians. ...