Israel-born guitarist Dan Adler
leads a cohesive NYC quintet,
including tenorist Grant Stewart, through four freshly arranged
standards and six fun and melodic originals. Adler's sound and
solos often remind listeners
of early Joe Pass.
“... glittering tone and precision ... highly recommended” —Jack Wilkins
Created by Orbert Davis in
celebration of the 40th anniversary
of the AACM, the Suite features Nicole Mitchell, Ari Brown,
Ed Wilkerson, Mwata Bowden
and vocalist Terisa Griffin.
An amalgamation of classical music and jazz, this debut recording demonstrates a “new aesthetic” with which the CJP defines itself.
Tenor saxophone heavyweight Paul Carr pays tribute to Joe Henderson. Mulgrew Miller, Terell Stafford, Michael Bowie, Lewis Nash and Carr play with energy and eloquence which makes Musically Yours
a modern-day classic.
A must have for Henderson fans.
Impressions is a brand
new album featuring the
music of Debussy and Ravel
in new jazz arrangements.
The Swedish trio focuses on
melodic improvisation and
musical interplay, and the result
is a unique meeting between
French impressionism and Scandinavian jazz.
“Jason Campbell is one of the
keepers of the flame of jazz guitar that swings, gooves and just plain makes you feel good. ... In an era where so little is genuine and real, Jason has succeeded in capturing honesty and integrity in this wonderful CD while swinging you to death!” —Rodney Jones, guitarist, prof. jazz guitar at Manhattan & Juilliard schools of music
The unique and haunting voice
of NYC indie jazz artist Liza Lee
is back on her sophomore CD
with innovative arrangements
of folk, pop and jazz standards
as well Liza’s highly praised
and intriguing originals.
Inspired by Joe Henderson’s
Lush Life, vocalist
Steve Maddock's
Memory Cafe is a
multi-layered exploration
of texture and scope,
from his solo a cappella
rendition of “Autumn Leaves,”
to full big band arrangements,
and everything
in between.
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Jazz fans are probably used to seeing Ahmad Jamal looking regal at his instrument. A big chunk of the pianist's art is based on milking his music for all the dynamics possible, and his posture helps the creativity by bolstering the power.
Dan Adler
Chicago Jazz Philharmonic
Jazzmob
Paul Carr
Peter Knudsen Trio
Scot Albertson Quartet
Jason Campbell
Liza Lee
Steve Maddock
