Listening to some Sonny Rollins today. Right now I have Brass/Trio from 1958. Interesting record. Interesting playing. Sonny Rollins is one of those players who has changed a lot through the years. Most people know the story behind “The Bridge”. … Continue reading
I’m listening to “A Love Supreme” right now. I love the things that John Coltrane creates in terms of improv and his writing can’t be appreciated enough. His tone always leaves me cold. Too bright. Too brittle sounding. His early … Continue reading
I’ve been checking out the Yahoo! Unlimited music service and came across some recordings by the Miami Saxophone Quartet. Their live album released in 2003 is really good. Wonderful arrangements and great playing.