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Six decades after Charlie Parker’s death the master of modern trumpet Marcus Printup pays tribute to Bird whose music occupies substantial part of his musical foundation. “… Marcus Printup and associates show beyond doubt that Bird’s messages continue to have relevance I our times, two generations later .” (Mark Gardner) 1. Stupendous (Melvin Broiles)2. Now's …
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” The Danish Steeplechase imprint has long recognized the fertile dynamics of jam sessions, fronting the resources for many in its roster of players to convene in just such supportive surroundings .” (Derek Taylor – allaboutjazz) 1. Lazy Bird (John Coltrane)2. Epistophy (Thelonious Monk)3. Skylark (Goady Carmichal)4. You're My Everything (Warren, Harry)5. Round About Midnight …
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“ In the jazz tradition, the jam session played and continues to play a vital role in the musical community. In that spirit, Steeplechase, a label built on tradition, has come up with a jam session series, pairing veteran players with up-and-comers as a way of spreading the word about musicians on the label.” (Matthew …
SteepleChase’ new recording artist Eric Rasmussen is among the young elites of New York jazz scene. His debut album here casts refreshing light on the special music evolved through the teachings of pianist Lennie Tristano and turns its inspirational source into deeply personal and emotional music of his own. . 1. Friendlee (Lee Konitz)2. I …
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SteepleChase is proud to introduce Russ Spiegel, an immensely talented guitarist/composer on this his label debut album. “ Another exciting SteepleChase discovery is unveiled! ” (Mark Gardner) 1. Chimera (Russ Spiegel)2. Polychrome World (Russ Spiegel)3. The Last March (Russ Spiegel)4. Cherokee (Ray Noble)5. Wo Bleibt Die Seele (Russ Spiegel)6. Good Night (Russ Spiegel)7. Herr Boehnke …
“ Loren Stillman is one of New York’s best alto saxophonists, and has gained the distinction well before reaching age 30 .” (jazztimes – David Adler) The sequel to highly acclaimed SCCD 31604 “Trio Alto Volume 1” features Stillman’s original compositions. Donald Elfman of allaboutjazz of the first volume, “ Loren Stillman has emerged from …
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Rich Perry for this his latest quartet release is teamed up with his original sidemen (Danko, Hirshfield and Anderson) whom he goes back more than 13 years. “ Perry and cohorts play jazz for the 21 st century which shows a constant awareness and love what went before. Meanwhile, they are writing their own personal …
SCCD 31618Andy LaVerne “Intelligent Design” The instrumentation of piano/organ/drums may be highly unusual but with Andy LaVerne and Gary Varsace on the keyboards the format is a sure winner as their earlier collaboration in “All Ways” (SCCD 31569) – “(LaVerne and Versace) sound absolutely natural and complementing together….two equally appealing keyboard voices…” (Thomas Conrad – …
SCCD 31618Andy LaVerne “Intelligent Design” The instrumentation of piano/organ/drums may be highly unusual but with Andy LaVerne and Gary Varsace on the keyboards the format is a sure winner as their earlier collaboration in “All Ways” (SCCD 31569) – “(LaVerne and Versace) sound absolutely natural and complementing together….two equally appealing keyboard voices…” (Thomas Conrad – …
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SCCD 31617Ari Ambrose “Whatever Happens” Since embarking on a “burgeoning creative career” (Chuck Berg – JazzTimes) with his debut album “Introducing Ari Ambrose” in 1998 Ambrose has kept critics and fans positively surprised with his ever-evolving performances. In this latest album we discover the tenorman’s romantic side. 1. No More (Lucky Thompson)2. More Than You …
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