Juan Galiardo -][- Juan Galiardo – [New Steps, 2012] –

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Andrea Michelutti, Composer, Dave Santoro, Jerry Bergonzi, Joe Magnarelli, Juan Galiardo, New Steps, Pianist

Juan Galiardo, Juan Galiardo

Juan Galiardo -][- Juan Galiardo –Mp3– [New Steps, 2012] –

Juan Galiardo’s long awaited acoustic jazz quintet album is finally here. This monumental debut album as a leader is a true celebration of Juan’s straight-ahead and modern jazz roots, showcasing his brilliance both as a pianist and composer.

A world-class album with a not less-than-expected world-class lineup of musicians: Jerry Bergonzi (Tenor Sax), Joe Magnarelli (Trumpet), Dave Santoro (Bass), and Andrea Michelutti (Drums). With Juan, they have musically assembled as a trio, quartet, and quintet to deliver present-day renditions of timeless standards and exquisite originals.

Richard Sussman Quintet -][- CONTINUUM – [Origin Records, 2012 | Review] –

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Composer, Jeff Williams, Jerry Bergonzi, Mike Richmond, Origin Records, Pianist, Randy Brecker, Richard Sussman

Richard Sussman Quintet, CONTINUUM

Richard Sussman Quintet -][- CONTINUUM –Mp3– [Origin Records, 2012 | Review] –

Known for his proficiency as a musician, Richard Sussman is revered among his peers as an accomplished pianist, composer and arranger. On this occasion, he arrives with “CONTINUUM” his latest and long-awaited debut album on Origin Records. It’s evident from the onset, Sussman produce a tempting dish extracted from the womb of traditional jazz yet he skillfully unwinds this sinuous palette by sowing multifaceted harmonies and decisive threads of continuity to further establish his esteemed voice in the evolving chasm of modern jazz.