Rodeo, the Red Pony, Prairie Journal (Falletta, Buffalo Po)

Buffalo Pofalletta's latest offering, "Copland: Four Dances From Rodeo," is a barnstorming hoedown of a record that will have you dusting off your cowboy boots and shouting "yee-haw" in no time. This four-track EP is a wild ride through the wild west, with Copland's classic compositions given a fresh, modern twist by Pofalletta's energetic musicianship. From the rollicking "Buckaroo Holiday" to the soul-stirring "Corral Nocturne," each track on this EP is a toe-tapping delight that will transport you to the heart of the rodeo. Pofalletta's virtuoso violin playing is a particular highlight, with each note crackling with energy and emotion. But it's not just Pofalletta's talent that makes this record so special - it's also the playful, irreverent spirit that runs throughout. The band's cheeky reinterpretations of Copland's iconic themes inject a much-needed sense of fun and mischief into these classic compositions, breathing new life into old favourites. In short, "Copland: Four Dances From Rodeo" is a rip-roaring romp of a record that will have you tapping your toes and smiling from ear to ear. So saddle up, grab your Stetson, and get ready for a musical adventure like no other. Yee-haw!