Release Date: 20 February 2012
Label: New Arts International
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 608917332025
Genres: Jazz  Contemporary  
Release Date: 20 February 2012
Label: New Arts International
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 608917332025
Genres: Jazz  Contemporary  
Description
Saxophonist Bart Wirtz realises his dream of performing with an all-star American band, on this superb recording. Recorded in New York, it features the Dutch altoman in the illustrious company of trumpeter Nicholas Payton, pianist Xavier Davis, bassist Richie Goods and drummer Kendrick Scott. Featuring ten original compositions, the music is inescapably contemporary in sound but respectful of time honoured jazz traditions.
One of the finest young saxophonists in Europe today, Bart Wirtz's playing is a logical extension of such giants as Jackie McLean, Frank Morgan and Art Pepper, among others. He has his own sound, has an open-minded approach to playing jazz and performs with five very different jazz groups including popular Nu-Jazz combo Monsieur Dubois.
Personnel: Bart Wirtz (alto saxophone, Hammond B3, flutes, additional Piano on #3), Nicholas Payton (trumpet), Xavier Davis (piano), Richie Goods (bass), Kendrick Scott (drums), Tim Eijmaal (guitar on #7)
Tracklisting
The Eric Ineke JazzXpress Feat. Tineke Postma
Various Artists
Xose Miguelez
Teun Wisse & Teun Braken
Linos Piano Trio
Duke Ellington
Clemens Gottwald
Ben Markley Big Band & Ari Hoenig
Howl Quartet
Fred Hersch Trio
Kerry Politzer
Vincent Courtois Trio
Mike Westbrook Orchestra
Harper Trio
Jordan Williams
Lafayette Harris Jr.