Sonny Clark Project: Sonny Clark Project [Vinyl 1LP 140g]

Straightahead / Hard Bop
premiera polska: 2025-02-10
kontynent: Europa
kraj: Grecja
opakowanie: Singlefoldowe etui
opis:
Editor's info
The Sonny Clark Project is a jazz ensemble dedicated to interpreting and celebrating the works of the renowned American hard bop pianist and composer, Sonny Clark. The project aims to honor Clark's legacy by performing his compositions and bringing his music to contemporary audiences.
Sonny Clark, born in 1931, was a significant figure in the hard bop movement of the 1950s and 1960s. He collaborated with notable artists such as John Coltrane, Art. Farmer, and Grant Green, contributing to numerous recordings that have become jazz standards. Clark's compositions are known for their intricate melodies and sophisticated harmonies, making them a rich source of inspiration for modern jazz musicians.
The Sonny Clark Project seeks to reinterpret Clark's music, offering fresh perspectives while staying true to the essence of his compositions. By doing so, the ensemble not only pays tribute to Clark's contributions to jazz but also introduces his work to new generations of listeners.

muzycy:
Stjepko Gut: trumpet
Dimos Dimitriadis: alto sax
George Kontrafouris: piano
Olivier Gatto: double bass
Keith Copeland drums

utwory:
A1. Something Special 6:11
A2. News For Lulu 8:50
A3. Junka 7:07
B1. Blue Minor 8:55
B2. Royal Flush 10:24

nagrano: Recorded at The Odeon Studio, Athens, Greece in 2001

more info: www.hellenicjazzsociety.gr