Peter Delano Discography of CDs

Peter Delano discography Since his early days with the pop-rap group Digable Planets, pianist Peter Delano's excursion into modern jazz has been full of rainbows and potholes. A handful of recordings for the Verve label were issued, with ensuing time spent studying at Columbia University. In 2004, a severe and near fatal spinal injury left Delano unable to play piano. Well before the affliction, this CD was recorded in 1996, but never released. Delano's maturity as a modern contemporary pianist is clearly evident, as he weaves wondrous golden post-bop messages of sonic substance. His fluidity and acumen are formidable, his ideas overflowing but not overbearing. On his three featured tracks, tenor saxophonist Dewey Redman's post-John Coltrane sound brings his vintage and progressive notions to bear, while losing none of the original voice he made so precious. Three standards with just the trio are all started slowly then ramped up, including a careful approach integrated into a bass walking take of "For All We Know," and an expected regretful piano during "Everytime We Say Goodbye," eleven minutes of stretched out discourse displaying the refined interpretive powers of Delano. Redman (who died in 2006, ten years after this date) joins on the sad, overpatient ballad "Too Long to Wait"; he's focused and reserved, but not lacking emotional depth for "Zoning," and works the effortless, slight tune "Sound Spirits" to a polished sheen. Delano offers advanced phrasings on the hard bopper "Inner Limits," showing his love of Chick Corea-cum-Bud Powell, as ...

Peter Delano songs All songs written by Peter Delano except "Miles' Mode" (John Coltrane), "I Remember Clifford" (Benny Golson) and "Autumn Leaves" (Joseph Kosma/Johnny Mercer/Jacques Prevert). Only 17 years of age, acoustic jazz pianist Delano shows a remarkably resilient melodic sensibility on this, his debut recording. A student of Garry Dial, Delano is also fond of McCoy Tyner, Keith Jarrett, Thelonious Monk, Chick Corea, and other modern bop/neo-bop icons. His playing does not blatantly reflect these influences, though; he strives to present something fresh, and is generally successful. Most of the 12 pieces are Delano originals, and feature an ensemble consisting of saxophonists Gary Bartz and Michael Brecker, trumpeter Tim Hagans, bassists Ira Coleman and Jay Anderson, and drummer Lewis Nash. Delano is an impressive pianist. His solo piano selections, "Piano Improvisation #1" and "I Remember Clifford," are hymnlike. There are ...

Peter Delano CD discography Recorded at Manhattan Center Studios, New York, New York from December 20-22, 1993 and January 6-7, 1994. Personnel: Peter Delano (piano); Tomas Ulrich, Richard Locker (vocals); Dick Oatts (flute); Chuck Wilson (alto flute); Gary Bartz (alto saxophone); Chris Potter , Craig Handy (tenor saxophone); Tim Hagans (trumpet); Joe Locke (vibraphone); Jeff Hirshfield, Joe Chambers, Adam Nussbaum, Victor Lewis (drums); Ray Mantilla (congas). Liner Note Author: Peter Delano. Recording information: Manhatten Center Studios, NY, NY (12/20/1993-01/07/1994). Director: Mitchell Kanner. Photographer: John Halpern. Unknown Contributor Role: Michelle Beck. Arrangers: Peter Delano; Bob Belden. Personnel: Peter Delano (piano); Gary Bartz (alto saxophone); Craig Handy, Chris Potter (tenor saxophone); Tim Hagans (trumpet); Dick Oatts (flute); Chuck Wilson (alto flute); Richard Locker, Thomas Urlich (cello); Joe Locke (vibraphone); Eddie Gomez, Marc Johnson, Gary Peacock, Peter Washington (bass); Joe Chambers, Jeff Hirshfield, Adam Nussbaum, Bill Stewart, Victor Lewis (drums); Ray Mantilla ...

Peter Delano CD discography Personnel includes: Mark Whitfield (guitar); Scott Kreitzer (saxophone); Darrell Smith, Peter Delano (keyboards); T.M. Stevens, Will Lee (bass); Gene Lake (drum); Bashiri Johnson (percussion).