NEW RELEASES : In Brief : **1/2 Lester Bowie’s Brass Fantasy, “My Way,” DIW.

Trumpeter Bowie’s 10-piece brass ‘n’ percussion ensemble achieves a satisfying balance between serious business and accessible fun. The leader’s controlled splatters and comic brays drive the collection, which features group originals, the title track--yes, the Sinatra vehicle--and the high-stepping strut of Bill Doggett’s ‘50s R&B; instrumental hit “Honky Tonk.”