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Personnel: Michael Brecker (tenor saxophone); Eldar Djangirov (piano, synthesizer); John Patitucci (bass instrument, acoustic bass, electric bass); Todd Strait (drums, percussion).
Additional personnel: Michael Brecker.
Audio Mixer: Al Schmitt.
Liner Note Author: Billy Taylor .
Recording information: Sony Music Studios, New York, NY (2004).
Photographer: Frank W. 3 Ockenfels.
Arranger: Eldar.
Eldar Djangirov, who was already a promising pianist at a very tender age, was able to immigrate along with his parents to the United States in order to better develop his amazing talent. After he appeared on the nationally syndicated radio program Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz at the age of 12, he was already displaying formidable chops for one so young. After two earlier releases for the small D&D label, he recorded his major label debut in early 2004 for Sony Classical. Already able to play at furious tempos normally associated with greats like Oscar Peterson and the late Art Tatum, especially in the stunning opening rendition of "Sweet Georgia Brown," he sometimes has trouble restraining his ability to show off his technique, nearly overwhelming Bobby Timmons' soulful "Moanin'" at times. Better are his reserved but refreshing approach to "Nature Boy" and the superb original ballad, "Lady Wicks." Bassist John Patitucci and drummer Todd Strait provide excellent support for the young man on the trio tracks (especially in the introspective take of "'Round Midnight"). Tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker is added on the Latin-tinged original "Point of View." Like all players who demonstrate tremendous technique at a young age, critics will be watching Eldar Djangirov with great interest to see if he successfully builds upon his amazing gifts. ~ Ken DrydenJazzTimes (pp.106-108) - "Eldar has formidable chops, as a lightning 'Sweet Georgia Brown' makes perfectly clear..." Eldar Music Review Average Rating: (3.8 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews Jazz child prodigy with amazing future
I believe that this CD will be considered an important early work in the continuing ouevre of the talented Eldar. He certainly has chosen outstanding sidemen to complement his complicated, virtouso playing.
Submitted by teacher-leader (Louisville, KY, USA) 
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Great music
Great piano player. Would like to hear more original music from composer.
Submitted by berrier (San Bernardino, CA, USA)
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This guy is unbelievable. It's great to know that there are outstanding young jazz musicians like eldar who will continue with the jazz tradition. Thank you.
Submitted by normanla (Dover, De. 19904)
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There is no doubt this young lad can play a piano fast. Very fast. And his classical training comes through loud and clear. I enjoyed the album, but felt at times like he was just trying to demonstrate just how many notes he could fit into one song. Immediately after playing this CD for the second time I played Jessica Williams' "Live at Yoshi's" and although both are trios, William's album felt as if all members of the trio were integrated and truly part of the whole. The members of Eldar's trio seemed at times to just be there to showcase Eldar. In Eldar's CD I never said to myself as I listened, "Wow, this is really beautiful music!" while I did many times while listening to the Williams album. It was a good album, but lacked the feeling of having soul and it was more like a piano exercise than real jazz. CWS
Submitted by CWSJR.SD (San Diego, CA USA)
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Unbeliveable!
Eldar is a true prodigy. I know that one hears that word bantered about frequently, but this is different. His technical facility alone puts him in a class by himself. But amazing chops are not all there is to this 18 yr old pianist. Although his influences may be Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock and McCoy Tyner, he has already developed a unique voice on the piano. Years ago, young Eastern European musicians like Elgar would be gobbled up by a classical conservatory and he would be embarking on a classical career. It's refreshing to see someone like him embracing the Jazz tradition.
Submitted by j.sorce (Portland, OR USA)
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Purchase Eldar CD To buy, Click on price to add to cart | Conrad Herwig Que Viva Coltrane CD (2004) (Import) Netherlands
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Pollwinning trombonist Conrad Herwig and acclaimed trumpeter Brian Lynch join together for a burning program of Latin Jazz treatments of compositions by the great John Coltrane. Herwig and Lynch use the unique rapport they've achieved through their many
Personnel: Conrad Herwig (trombone); Conrad Herwig; John Benítez (double bass); Robert Ameen, Robby Ameen (drums); Mario Rivera (flute, tenor saxophone); Brian Lynch (trumpet, flugelhorn); Edsel Gomez (piano); Richie Flores (congas).
Liner Note Authors: Conrad Herwig; Brian Lynch.
Recording information: Systems Two Recordsing Studios, Brooklyn, NY (12/15/2003).
Photographer: Gildas Boclé.
Arrangers: Conrad Herwig; Brian Lynch.
What more could Latin jazz fans ask for, seriously? Not only are all the players just this side of top guns, they have been playing together in the same group for just shy of ten years. An all-star lineup and the genuine synergy that comes with regular collaboration do not happen often. When they do, well, it's clave magic. Pianist Edsel Gomez's playing is sly and intuitive. Bassist John Benítez, whose Descarga in New York could be one of the decade's most defining Latin jazz records, is strong and confident. Richie Flores is the genre's most underappreciated conguero, and his playing is typically incendiary. Robby Ameen is, of course, among the most in-demand drummers on the scene, and his playing is dazzling as always. Brian Lynch has a voice all his own, and of course Conrad Herwig is one of modern jazz's most influential trombonists. This being Herwig's second go at the Coltrane songbook, the obvious choices are done with, leaving him some gems that were hidden slightly below the surface of public interest. "Lonnie's Lament" is masterfully arranged and funky enough to make your hair stand on end. "Countdown" is at times both graceful and storming. Que Viva Coltrane is a fantastic addition to Herwig's Latin body of work. ~ Evan C. Gutierrez
| | Joey Defrancesco Legacy CD (2005)
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Personnel: Joey DeFrancesco (piano, Hammond b-3 organ); Jimmy Smith (Hammond b-3 organ); Paul Bollenback (sitar); James Moody (tenor saxophone); Tony Banda (double bass); Mel Brown (bass guitar); Byron Landham (drums, gong); Steve Ferrone (drums); Ramon Banda (timbales).
Extending the good vibes created out of their first pairing on the live recording Incredible!, organists Joey Defrancesco and Jimmy Smith get down to business on Legacy. The two stellar and funky musicians ...
| | Dave Holland Overtime CD (2005)
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Personnel: Antonio Hart (flute, soprano saxophone, alto saxophone); Mark Gross (alto saxophone); Chris Potter (tenor saxophone); Gary Smulyan (baritone saxophone); Duane Eubanks, Alex Sipiagin, Taylor Haskins (trumpet, flugelhorn); Josh Roseman, Robin Eubanks, Jonathan Arons (trombone); Steve Nelson (vibraphone, marimba); Dave Holland (double bass); Billy Kilson (drums).
This exceptional date by Dave Holland Big Band was recorded in 2002 in New York, yet remained unreleased until 2005. As is to be expected, Holland assembled a fine cast of seasoned and young players, some of whom are veterans of Holland's quintets and quartets. These are four saxophones -- two alto, tenor and baritone -- three trumpets and trombones, and vibes as well as bass and drums. They include Chris Potter and Robin and Duane Eubanks, Antonio Hart, Steve Nelson, Josh Roseman, Billy Kilson, Taylor Haskins, Gary Smulyan, Jonathan Arons and Alex Sipiagin. The music centers around the opening four-part "Monterey Suite," a tour de force commissioned by the Monterey Jazz Festival and originally performed there in 2001. Holland's writing for the trombone section is dynamite. Roseman, Arons, ...
| | Joshua Redman Momentum CD (2005)
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Guests:Flea,?Uestlove,M.Ndegeo Cello,N.Payton,S.Harris
Joshua Redman Elastic Band: Joshua Redman (synthesizer); Jeff Ballard , Sam Yahel, Brian Blade.
Personnel: Eric Krasno, Jeff Parker , Kurt Rosenwinkel, Peter Bernstein (guitar); Joshua Redman (soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone, Clavinet, organ, bass synthesizer); Nicholas Payton (trumpet); Sam Yahel (Fender Rhodes piano, Clavinet, organ, synthesizer, bass synthesizer); Stefon Harris (vibraphone); Jeff Ballard , ?uestlove, Brian Blade (drums).
Additional personnel: Me'Shell Ndegéocello (bass instrument); Flea (bass guitar); Eric Krasno, Jeff Parker , Kurt Rosenwinkel, Nicholas Payton, Peter Bernstein , ?uestlove, Stefon Harris.
Audio Mixer: Andy Sarroff.
Recording information: Bennett Studios, Englewood, NJ; Chez DiazBoothe; Royaltone Studios, North Hollywood, CA; Schway Sound; Sear Sound Studios, New York, NY; Studio Yaya.
Editors: Joshua Redman; Sam Yahel; Chris Wonzer; Dae Bennett; Andy Sarroff; Brian Dozoretz.
Photographer: Michael "Mick" Wilson.
Arrangers: Joshua Redman; Sam Yahel.
Once again featuring the expansive keyboard talents ...
| | Kenny Barron Perfect Set: Live At Bradley's 2 CD (2005)
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Kenny Barron: Kenny Barron (piano); Ray Drummond (double bass); Ben Riley (drums).
Bradley's was a legendary New York City jazz club that for 25 years acted as a gathering place for many of the Big Apple's top musicians, a place to hang out. In 1996, the Kenny Barron Trio dug in before the illustrious audience and played at their best. Barron and drummer Ben Riley were members of Sphere, a quartet (with tenor saxophonist Charlie Rouse and bassist Buster Williams) that initially paid tribute to Thelonious Monk. On this trio set, "The Only One" is based on Monk's "Hackensack," Barron takes Thelonious' "Shuffle Boil" as an unaccompanied piano solo, and the threesome jams on "Well You Needn't." The other two songs, the standard ...
| | Eldar Daily Living: Live At The Blue Note CD (2006)
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Personnel: Eldar (piano); Marco Panascia (bass instrument); Todd Strait (drums).
Piano phenom Eldar Djangirov has most certainly heard it all before: his similarities to Art Tatum, Oscar Peterson, Bill Evans, his astounding speed, the way he's able to move his way through some of jazz's most intricate numbers, that he's played with some of the genre's biggest names, at some of the most important venues; that all of this has been accomplished before his 20th birthday. And the amazing thing about this is that all of these statements are completely true. Eldar is an exceptionally gifted pianist, regardless of age, very skilled at improvising upon a theme without completely obliterating it, alluding to it constantly while still adding his own distinct voice. All of this is portrayed very well on Eldar Live at the Blue Note. The legendary jazz club provides a good setting for the pianist and his band, bassist Marco Panascia and drummer Todd Strait, as well as special guests Chris Botti and Roy Hargrove, who add their trumpets to a track each. Eldar is quite talented at using dynamics, among other things, to his advantage, and he climbs and swings his way through the ten songs on the album. Cole Porter's "What Is This Thing Called Love" takes on new meaning as Eldar's right and left hands chop out fast alternating rhythms, and Thelonious Monk's classic "Straight, No Chaser" is ripe with interplay between the pianist and Hargrove and moves along mightily. The best piece on the album, however, ...
| | Spirituals In Concert / Battle, Norman, Levine, Et Al CD (1991)
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$10.69
Track Listing of songs: In that great getting up morning; Sinner, please don't let this harvest pass; Over my head I hear music; Oh, what a beautiful city; I believe I'll go back ...
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$14.95 | | Roger Davidson Rodgers In Rio CD (2005) Import
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$14.69
Roger Davidson: Roger Davidson; David Finck (bass guitar); Paulo Braga (drums).
Personnel: Roger Davidson (piano); Paulinho Braga (drums).
Audio Mixer: Jon Russell.
Liner Note Author: James Gavin.
Recording information: Presence Studio, Westport, CT (05/22/2002).
Photographer: Frank Oudeman.
Picture Julie Andrews shifting to a playful samba mode, and you've just about captured the whimsical spirit of this brilliant experiment, which applies a bright and rhythmic, always tasteful Brazilian twist to the legendary Richard Rodgers songbook. While best-known for his sacred choral music and chamber orchestra works, Roger Davidson was a child of the bossa nova '60s and had always wanted to do a Rio-flavored project. To help him achieve his aim, the pianist enlists veteran Latin jazz bassist David Finck and drummer Paulinho Braga, whose resume includes none other than Antonio Carlos Jobim and Milton Nascimento. The disc begins with a ...
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