Thank You, Joe! Our Tribute to Joe Henderson
Thank You, Joe! Our Tribute to Joe Henderson
ASIN: B00004U197
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Tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson has been an independent and influential voice since he first recorded for Blue Note in the early 1960s, enlivening the postbop mainstream with consistent intensity and some fresh ideas. This CD pays tribute with former Henderson sidemen and other young musicians playing some of his more enduring tunes. Eric Reed, pianist in Henderson's band in the late 1980s, wrote the arrangements, and, along with bassist Rodney Whitaker and drummer Carl Allen, forms the nucleus of a band that ranges from trio to sextet with a permutating front line. Trumpeters Randy Brecker and Terrell Stafford appear together on the gospel-tinged "Mamacita" and the hard bop flag-waver "The Kicker," adding a distinctive brassiness, while Stafford and vibraphonist Steve Nelson add luminous warmth to Billy Strayhorn's "Isfahan." Javon Jackson was a good choice for the tenor spot--he's an inventive player who's clearly been influenced by Henderson's conception--handling "Isotope" and its wriggling, Monk-ish line with particular aplomb. Henderson associate Joanne Brackeen appears on one track, leading a quartet with Jackson on a densely woven rendition of "Gazelle." This is an effective homage, demonstrating just how good Henderson's compositions have been and the kind of thoughtful, vibrant playing they can provoke. --Stuart Broomer
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The Joe Henderson Project (Eric Reed, Carl Allen, Rodney Whitaker, Javon Jackson,Terrell Stafford, Randy Brecker and Steve Nelson?plus a special appearance by Arkadia Jazz recording artist Joanne Brackeen, who was Joe Henderson?s pianist for a number of years) interprets some of the songs (that typify the Henderson sound and spirit in their own unique style and manner. All of the artists on this collection have benefited from Joe's music and influence, and their musical statements say more than any written words can convey. Wide in scope and deep in nature, we will remain indebt to Henderson for many years to come. As such, we fell very strongly that it is important from time to time to say, Thank You, Joe!
Today's brightest talents create a portrait of one of the great tenor saxophone players to emerge out of the 1960's: Joe Henderson. Always soulful and dense, many of songs became instant standards. His compositions not only reflect the times in which they were composed, but the future sensibility of jazz as well. They encompass the humor of Monk, the drive of Parker and the intensity of Rollins and Coltrane, all with the indelible Henderson thumbprint. All of the artists on this collection have benefited from Joe's music and influence, and you can hear their musical statements saying "Thank You, Joe!"
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Tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson has been an independent and influential voice since he first recorded for Blue Note in the early 1960s, enlivening the postbop mainstream with consistent intensity and some fresh ideas. This CD pays tribute with former Henderson sidemen and other young musicians playing some of his more enduring tunes. Eric Reed, pianist in Henderson's band in the late 1980s, wrote the arrangements, and, along with bassist Rodney Whitaker and drummer Carl Allen, forms the nucleus of a band that ranges from trio to sextet with a permutating front line. Trumpeters Randy Brecker and Terrell Stafford appear together on the gospel-tinged "Mamacita" and the hard bop flag-waver "The Kicker," adding a distinctive brassiness, while Stafford and vibraphonist Steve Nelson add luminous warmth to Billy Strayhorn's "Isfahan." Javon Jackson was a good choice for the tenor spot--he's an inventive player who's clearly been influenced by Henderson's conception--handling "Isotope" and its wriggling, Monk-ish line with particular aplomb. Henderson associate Joanne Brackeen appears on one track, leading a quartet with Jackson on a densely woven rendition of "Gazelle." This is an effective homage, demonstrating just how good Henderson's compositions have been and the kind of thoughtful, vibrant playing they can provoke. --Stuart BroomerAlbum Description
The Joe Henderson Project (Eric Reed, Carl Allen, Rodney Whitaker, Javon Jackson,Terrell Stafford, Randy Brecker and Steve Nelson?plus a special appearance by Arkadia Jazz recording artist Joanne Brackeen, who was Joe Henderson?s pianist for a number of years) interprets some of the songs (that typify the Henderson sound and spirit in their own unique style and manner. All of the artists on this collection have benefited from Joe's music and influence, and their musical statements say more than any written words can convey. Wide in scope and deep in nature, we will remain indebt to Henderson for many years to come. As such, we fell very strongly that it is important from time to time to say, Thank You, Joe!Today's brightest talents create a portrait of one of the great tenor saxophone players to emerge out of the 1960's: Joe Henderson. Always soulful and dense, many of songs became instant standards. His compositions not only reflect the times in which they were composed, but the future sensibility of jazz as well. They encompass the humor of Monk, the drive of Parker and the intensity of Rollins and Coltrane, all with the indelible Henderson thumbprint. All of the artists on this collection have benefited from Joe's music and influence, and you can hear their musical statements saying "Thank You, Joe!"
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