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Jimmy Greene - The Overcomer's Suite
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Out of 5 votes - Similar Artists: John Coltrane, Joe Lovano, Dexter Gordon, Sonny Rollins, Branford Marsalis, Joshua Redman, Ted Nash, Chris Potter
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- Location: New York, New York, United States
- Genre: Jazz » Modal Music
Editor's review
On this rugged and organic set, Greene proves himself the proud owner of a genuine scrapper's tone--his tenor sax seems to buck and strain and the limits of song. It's an urgency that points straight to the fierce and innovative early '60s period, when Trane and Coleman were changing rules.
Biography
Jimmy Greene is an award-winning Tenor Saxophonist, with several albums under his belt on other labels and a constant tour schedule. His first tome on Nu Jazz Records - Jimmy Greene: The Overcomer?s Suite is a bold statement from an emerging artist.
The Overcomer?s Suite comprises a four-part composition, each with three movements, that delves into biblical themes. Originally commissioned by Chamber Music of America, it debuted at the International Association of Jazz Educator?s (IAJE) conference in New York in front of a crowd of over 6,000 people.
The album contains over 60 minutes of music, including a moving tribute commissioned by ASCAP in the honor of National Endowments of the Arts Jazz Master, Ornette Coleman, Anthem of Hope. Jimmy Greene is backed by Xavier Davis on piano. Luques Curtis on Bass, and Kendrick Scott on Drums. For more information of Jimmy Greene visit www.nujazzentertainment.com.
