Sound Bites: January 10, 2010
Short takes on recent CD releases by Wayne Escoffery (Uptown), Von Freeman (Vonski Speaks), Komeda Project (Requiem), Donny McCaslin (Declaration) and James Weidman (Three Worlds).
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Monterey 2009: Jason Moran – “Feedback”
The Monterey Jazz Festival’s annual commission for new original work often yields something unexpected and memorable. But perhaps never has there been a festival commision as unusual as “Feedback.”
Sep 20, 2009 | 10 comments | View Post
Dave Douglas Brass Ecstasy at Yoshi’s
The latest project from polymorphic trumpeter Dave Douglas takes its inspiration from Lester Bowie. But don’t make the mistake of labeling this a mere tribute band.
Sep 02, 2009 | 2 comments | View Post
