Just in case you missed it …. trumpeter Darren Barrett

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African American, Composer, Darren Barrett, Educator, J Curve Records, nagel heyer records, Trumpet

Darren Barrett, FIRST ONE UP

Darren Barrett -][- FIRST ONE UP –Mp3– [J Curve Records, 2011]

Darren Barrett was the 1997 Winner of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition and is widely heralded as the next important trumpeter/composer to come on the scene. He is currently a member of the Jackie McLean Quintet as well as leader of his own quintet. Darren has also performed and or recorded with Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Jimmy Heath, Slide Hampton and Antonio Hart. First One Up is Darren Barrett’s debut recording as a leader. The album was produced by the legendary Donald Byrd who is Darren’s mentor and one of his primary influences.

The members of his quintet are pianist Aaron Goldberg, tenor saxophonist Jimmy Greene, bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer John Lamkin who are regarded as among the finest of the new generation of jazz musicians. Alto sax great, Kenny Garrett is featured on several tracks including two takes of the memorable title track First One Up. It is recommended that the listener fasten their seat belt before listening to this recording as it smokes from start to finish. -[Jacarre | Customer Review | Amazon.com]-

Takuya Kuroda Sextet -][- SIX ACES – [Takuya Kuroda, 2012] –

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Bandleader, Composer, Takuya Kuroda, Trumpet

akuya Kuroda Sextet, SIX ACES

Takuya Kuroda Sextet -][- SIX ACES –Mp3– [Takuya Kuroda, 2012]

With his brilliant tone and soulful, passionate delivery, it’s no wonder that young Japanese trumpeter Takuya Kuroda continues to thrive in New York City, the world’s most competitive arena for live performance. Originally from Kobe, Takuya came to the U.S. in 2003 to study at the New School Jazz and Contemporary Music Program. Since arriving to New York, he has become a fixture on the working musician scene, performing alongside living legends (Junior Mance, Terumasa Hino), acknowledged masters (Greg Tardy, Francisco Mela, Pino Palladino) and the rising stars of his generation (Jose James, Ben Williams, Kris Bowers, Jamire Williams). Takuya can be seen and heard performing at music festivals worldwide (Java Jazz, Rio Das Ostras, River to River, Vitoria Jazz) and at some of the most important venues for live performance in the country (The Blue Note, The Jazz Standard, Radio City Music Hall, The Village Underground). -[Album Notes | CDBaby]-

::: SOURCE: CDBaby.com :::

Jeremy Pelt -][- WATER & EARTH – [High Note Records, 2013] –

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African American, Bandleader, Composer, Highnote Records, Jeremy Pelt, Trumpet

Jeremy Pelt, WATER & EARTH

Jeremy Pelt -][- WATER & EARTH – [High Note Records, 2013]

From his first professional gig with the Mingus band through his 10 CDs as a leader, Pelt has maintained remarkable forward momentum. His bands have been lauded for their intense interplay which calls to mind Wayne Shorter and Tony Williams.

It is the spirit 1969-70 Miles Davis that is conjured with this, Jeremy’s 2013 ensemble recording. Using some electronics – including Rhodes, Prophet and trumpet effects – the band defies categorization and, in Jeremy’s words, “isn’t about a change in direction as much as it’s about strengthening my commitment to my art at present.” -[::: Editorial Review | Amazon.com :::]-

Track Listings
1. Reimagine the World
2. Mystique
3. In Dreams
4. Boom Bishop
5. Meditations on a Conversation We Had
6. Stay
7. Pieces of a Dream
8. Prior Convictions
9. Butterfly Dreams

Nathan Eklund -][- CRAFTY CHRISTMAS – [OA2 Records, 2012 | Review] –

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Composer, Flügelhorn, Kevin-Anthony, Nathan Eklund, OA2 Records, Oscar Perez, Producer, Shawn Baltazor, Tom Dicarlo, Trumpet

Nathan Eklund, CRAFTY CHRISTMAS

Nathan Eklund -][- CRAFTY CHRISTMAS –Mp3– [OA2 Records, 2012 | Review]

As we approach the upcoming Christmas Season holiday music is beginning to emerge impeccably with expected side effects of cheer that fills the air with a fragrance draped in the spirit of love, peace and hope. Maybe it’s by happenstance regardless of our condition for our pleasure these sounds arrive with the sole purpose of inspiring us at this time of year. In this case, trumpeter, composer, flugelhorn and producer Nathan Eklund is one of those musical surprises this year for jazz (music) lovers to embrace his vision in the realm of traditional of holiday music captured in what he affectionately titled “CRAFTY CHRISTMAS” on OA2 Records.

Stephane Belmondo -][- The Same As It Never Was Before – [Sunnyside, 2011] –

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Composer, Drummer, Flügelhorn, Stephane Belmondo, Sunnyside Records, Trumpet

Stephane Belmondo, The Same As It Never Was Before

Stephane Belmondo -][- The Same As It Never Was Before –Mp3– [Sunnyside, 2011] –

Stephane Belmondo (born Hyères, Var, July 8, 1967) is a French jazz trumpeter, flugelhornist and drummer. Including recordings made with his brother Lionel Belmondo and Yusef Lateef,[1] he won the best French album category (L’Album français de l’année) in 2003, 2004 and 2005,in the French Victoires du Jazz awards.

Along with his brother he is noted for tribute albums that involve the musicians being honored.

Jeff Holmes Quartet -][- Of One’s Own – [Miles High Records, 2012] –

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Adam Kolker, B&K MusicPR, Composer, James Cammack, Jeff Holmes, Miles High Records, Steve Johns, Trumpet

Jeff Holmes Quartet, OF ONE’S OWN

Jeff Holmes Quartet -][- OF ON’ES OWN –Mp3– [Miles High Records, 2012] –

Of One’s Own is the debut small group recording by pianist and composer/arranger Jeff Holmes, featuring Adam Kolker on tenor, soprano, and bass clarinet, James Cammack on acoustic and electric bass, and Steve Johns on drums.

With five Holmes originals, including the title track, and new takes on standards like “Poinciana” and “So Long, Farewell” from The Sound of Music, the quartet explores a variety of jazz styles balancing improvisational interplay and arranged ensemble.

::: SOURCE: B&K MusicPR | jwholmesmusic.com :::

Rick Braun trumpets the Holidays

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Autism Society of America, Brauntosoarus Music, Dave Koz, David Benoit, Gregg Karukas, Jeffrey Osborne, Kirk Whalum, Mindi Abair, Peter White, Philippe Saisse, Rick Braun, Trumpet

“Swingin’ In The Snow” showcases a stellar cast on timeless seasonal classics with album sales benefiting the Autism Society of America

Rick Braun, SWINGIN’ SNOW

Sherman Oaks, CA (8 October 2012): As cool as a winter’s eve, as warm as a holiday dinner with loved ones, and as beautiful as an exquisitely ornamented Christmas tree , Rick Braun’s “Swingin’ In The Snow” is a celebration of “the most wonderful time of the year” featuring some of the contemporary jazz star’s talented friends. Braun produced the elegant 11-song set that will be released by Brauntosoarus Music on October 16th. The merry band of musical elves who joined the trumpeter-vocalist in his workshop include Mindi Abair, David Benoit, Gregg Karukas, Dave Koz, Philippe Saisse, Kirk Whalum, Peter White, a string quartet and a gospel choir led by R&B crooner Jeffrey Osborne. Braun will donate one dollar from each album sale to the Autism Society of America.

Liam Sillery -][- Priorité – [OA2 Records, 2011] –

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Composer, Jesse Stacken, Liam Sillery, MATT BLOSTEIN, OA2 Records, Producer, Thomas Morgan, Trumpet, VINNIE SPERRAZZA

“Trumpeter Liam Sillery’s Phenomenology is so natural that only one word can be used to describe it: perfect.” –DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE

Liam Sillery, Priorité

Liam Sillery -][- Priorité –Mp3– [OA2 Records, 2011] –

Following a recording that Downbeat magazine declared a “masterpiece” in it’s 2010 year-end edition, Sillery just proceeds on in doing what he does best – creating forward-looking, modern, articulate jazz with his tight knit ensemble of equally inspired improvisors.

Never creating obvious or overly predictable music, his trumpet solos are full of subtle surprises while his compositions are fresh and highly original. Sillery’s 5th solo outing on OA2 further reveals a singular artist in the prime of his artistic development.

Performers:
LIAM SILLERY: trumpet
MATT BLOSTEIN: alto saxophone
JESSE STACKEN: piano
THOMAS MORGAN: double bass
VINNIE SPERRAZZA: drums

::: SOURCE: originarts.com :::

Marquis Hill -][- SOUNDS OF THE CITY – [SkipTone Music, 2012] –

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African American, Marquis Hill, Northern Illinois University, SkipTone Music, Trumpet

Unexpectedly trumpeter Marquis Hill sketches and paints a sonically unique palette of colorful tones and phrases with his fresh approach on this exciting collection of post-modern bop simply titled “SOUNDS OF THE CITY.” Watch out for this soulful, gifted yet melodically eloquent new voice in jazz. –Rob Young | Urban Flux Media

Marquis Hill, SOUNDS OF THE CITY

Marquis Hill -][- SOUNDS OF THE CITY –Mp3– [SkipTone Music, 2012] –

At age 24, Marquis Hill is already a well-known name on the Chicago Jazz Scene. After retrieving a Bachelor degree in Music Education/Jazz Studies, and studying privately at Northern Illinois University, he started performing heavily in Chicago. He has performed with artist such as: Dee Alexander, Tito Carrillo, Bobby Broom, Willie Pickens, Ron Perrillo, Victor Garcia, Benny Golson, Antonio Hart, Rodney Whitaker, Steve Turre , Ernest Dawkins, Maurice Brown, Corey Wilkes, Willerm Delisfort, Brian Lynch and many others.

He has toured the U.S and abroad with many different artist and groups; Sirens of Sound, The Delisfort Project, Chicago 12, Bebop Brass, Ronald Carter Big Band, New Horzions. In the spring of 2012, Marquis Hill retrieved his Masters degree in Jazz Pedagogy from DePaul University. -[Excerpt }{ Biography]-

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Truth Revolution Records Introduces Trumpeter and Composer Philip Dizack

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Aaron Parks, Composer, Jake Saslow, Joe Sanders, Justin Brown, Kendrick Scott, Linda Oh, Philip Dizack, Reinaldo De Jesus, Sam Harris, Trumpet, Truth Revolution Records

Philip Dizack, END OF AN ERA

Featuring Jake Saslow – Sax, Aaron Parks – Piano, Sam Harris – Piano, Justin Brown – Drums, Kendrick Scott – Drums, Linda Oh – Bass, Joe Sanders – Bass, Reinaldo De Jesus – Percussion.

On his second CD, End of an Era, trumpet player/composer Philip Dizack captures both of those moods in a collection rife with overflowing emotions and profound impact. Through Dizack’s voice, the grand tragedy of natural disaster and the intimate melancholy of personal loss find common ground in the universally shared experience of human existence.