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David Binney
17,483 listeners
David Binney is a New York-based saxophone player. He grew up in Southern California and plays at the 55 bar in downtown Manhattan often … read moreDavid Binney is a New York-based saxophone player. He grew up in Southern California and plays at the 55 bar in downtown Manhattan often with other notable improvisers like Chris Potter, Wayne Krantz, Brian Blade, Adam Weiss, Tim Lefeb… read moreDavid Binney is a New York-based saxophone player. He grew up in Southern California and plays at the 55 bar in downtown Manhattan often with other notable improvisers like Chris Potter, Wayne Krantz, Brian Blade, Adam Weiss, Tim Lefebvre, and Adam Rogers. View wiki -
The Claudia Quintet
6,112 listeners
The Claudia Quintet is proof positive that the pessimists were wrong: jazz is not dead, despite being embalmed by major labels and confined… read moreThe Claudia Quintet is proof positive that the pessimists were wrong: jazz is not dead, despite being embalmed by major labels and confined by the narrow-minded to dead-ends. The stunningly original and lyrical works of this NY based en… read moreThe Claudia Quintet is proof positive that the pessimists were wrong: jazz is not dead, despite being embalmed by major labels and confined by the narrow-minded to dead-ends. The stunningly original and lyrical works of this NY based ensemble, led by composer/drummer John Hollenbeck, reveal brea… read more -
Scott Colley
3,691 listeners
"Scott Colley ranks with the most solid bass backbones in jazz. Along with his mellifluous invention, his skills enhance the glorious … read more"Scott Colley ranks with the most solid bass backbones in jazz. Along with his mellifluous invention, his skills enhance the glorious bedrock of the art form." – Stuart Troup, New York Newsday His forceful lines, impeccab… read more"Scott Colley ranks with the most solid bass backbones in jazz. Along with his mellifluous invention, his skills enhance the glorious bedrock of the art form." – Stuart Troup, New York Newsday His forceful lines, impeccable articulation, assured sense of swing and sensitive suppor… read more -
Jeff "Tain" Watts
7,396 listeners
Jeff "Tain" Watts was born on January 20, 1960 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is a jazz drummer. Along with performing with jazz greats su… read moreJeff "Tain" Watts was born on January 20, 1960 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is a jazz drummer. Along with performing with jazz greats such as Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Betty Carter, Michael Brecker, and many others (see sect… read moreJeff "Tain" Watts was born on January 20, 1960 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is a jazz drummer. Along with performing with jazz greats such as Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Betty Carter, Michael Brecker, and many others (see section below for a nearly complete list of musicians Tain has p… read more -
Chris Speed
4,011 listeners
Like a number of emerging musicians on the New York creative jazz scene during the 1990s, clarinetist and tenor saxophonist Chris Speed gre… read moreLike a number of emerging musicians on the New York creative jazz scene during the 1990s, clarinetist and tenor saxophonist Chris Speed grew up in the Seattle area. Speed was first introduced to classical music and played the piano and c… read moreLike a number of emerging musicians on the New York creative jazz scene during the 1990s, clarinetist and tenor saxophonist Chris Speed grew up in the Seattle area. Speed was first introduced to classical music and played the piano and clarinet before becoming interested in improvisation and the … read more -
Chris Cheek
6,305 listeners
Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Chris Cheek, the son of a junior high school band director, began playing the alto sax at the age of 1… read moreOriginally from St. Louis, Missouri, Chris Cheek, the son of a junior high school band director, began playing the alto sax at the age of 12. Chris played in a variety of local Jazz and Blues bands in the St. Louis area while attending… read moreOriginally from St. Louis, Missouri, Chris Cheek, the son of a junior high school band director, began playing the alto sax at the age of 12. Chris played in a variety of local Jazz and Blues bands in the St. Louis area while attending Webster University. In 1988, on scholarship, he went to the… read more -
Happy Apple
12,417 listeners
Happy Apple is an American jazz trio. Formed in 1996 in Minneapolis, members of the band are David King (drums), Michael Lewis (saxophones)… read moreHappy Apple is an American jazz trio. Formed in 1996 in Minneapolis, members of the band are David King (drums), Michael Lewis (saxophones) and Erik Fratzke (electric bass). All three members compose music for the group; which places equ… read moreHappy Apple is an American jazz trio. Formed in 1996 in Minneapolis, members of the band are David King (drums), Michael Lewis (saxophones) and Erik Fratzke (electric bass). All three members compose music for the group; which places equal emphasis on improvisation. Happy Apple plays a unique bra… read more -
Greg Osby
23,341 listeners
Saxophonist, composer, producer and educator Greg Osby has made an indelible mark on contemporary jazz as a leader of his own ensembles and… read moreSaxophonist, composer, producer and educator Greg Osby has made an indelible mark on contemporary jazz as a leader of his own ensembles and as a guest artist with other acclaimed jazz groups of the past 20 years. Notable for his insightf… read moreSaxophonist, composer, producer and educator Greg Osby has made an indelible mark on contemporary jazz as a leader of his own ensembles and as a guest artist with other acclaimed jazz groups of the past 20 years. Notable for his insightful and innovative approach to composition and performance of… read more -
Reid Anderson
6,554 listeners
Reid Anderson is a bassist and composer originally from Minnesota. Anderson is best known for his work in The Bad Plus with pianist Ethan I… read moreReid Anderson is a bassist and composer originally from Minnesota. Anderson is best known for his work in The Bad Plus with pianist Ethan Iverson and drummer Dave King. In 1998, Anderson and his quartet (consisting of Iverson, Jorge Ross… read moreReid Anderson is a bassist and composer originally from Minnesota. Anderson is best known for his work in The Bad Plus with pianist Ethan Iverson and drummer Dave King. In 1998, Anderson and his quartet (consisting of Iverson, Jorge Rossy, and Mark Turner) released the album Dirty Show Tunes to w… read more -
Frank Kimbrough
6,028 listeners
Pianist/composer Frank Kimbrough has been active on New York’s jazz scene for twenty-five years. He was a founding member and composer-in-… read morePianist/composer Frank Kimbrough has been active on New York’s jazz scene for twenty-five years. He was a founding member and composer-in-residence of the Jazz Composers Collective (1992 - 2005). Frank has released over a dozen recordi… read morePianist/composer Frank Kimbrough has been active on New York’s jazz scene for twenty-five years. He was a founding member and composer-in-residence of the Jazz Composers Collective (1992 - 2005). Frank has released over a dozen recordings as a leader, and has appeared on nearly forty more as a … read more