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Evolution picked as one of the TOP 10 Jazz Releases of 2009 by Jazz
journalist Gene Seymour. “Gordon’s gorgeous tone, solid center of
gravity and quicksilver facility on the saxophone were never in question
from the time he won the prestigious Monk competition in 1996. What has
gone relatively unnoticed, however, are his considerable gifts as a
composer and bandleader; all of which get their most formidable display
on this ambitious, varied blend of pieces for large ensemble, duo (with
pianist Bill Charlap) and string section. Each piece, no matter what its
design or tactics, braces you with a dual charge of broadening
possibilities and heightened stakes. The effort alone reinforces one’s
certainty that jazz, in whatever form or venue, has a future for anyone
who isn’t afraid to issue or take a dare.”
Evolution picked as
one of the top Jazz c.d’s released in 09 by Jazz Journalist Neil Tesser-
“On his inspiring Evolution (ArtistShare), Jon Gordon places his
piquant alto in settings that range from sax-piano duo to string trio to
chamber jazz ensemble, in a tour-de-force from an under-the-radar
master.”
The Jazz Journal-"Evolution was one of the Best Jazz Records of 2009"- Brian Morton
Evolution picked as one of the Top Jazz Releases of 09 by the Penguin Guide to Jazz.
All About Jazz Italy- Evolution rated 4+1/2 stars out of 5.
The term "chamber jazz" seems inadequate to describe the brilliant
music on the new CD by saxophonist Jon Gordon. Aside from the rhythm
section, there are horns and strings, all beautifully arranged by
Gordon and trombonist Alan Ferber, but the album still manages to be
far more subversive than the word "chamber" would suggest. The
instrumentation is just the right combination for compositions that
surprise the listener at every turn. Gordon's title tune is an absolute
knock out, with horns snaking their way through as strings build in the
background. Part of the... |
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