1. The Jason Marsalis Quartet paid tribute to Lionel Hampton in a variety of ways, all of them simple & melodic, at Sharp Nine last night. It was lovely...
2. The new Thrio CD is a clear contrast to its hard swung live version from last Friday night, much more melodic, slower. When I see them again at the Duck Jazz Festival 10/9 I'll see how they balance melody & fire...
Gigs I just caught up with (or vice-versa):
Saturday
6p: Guitarist Dan DeLorenzo in Raleigh:
Sunday
3:45p: Guitarist Dan DeLorenzo Trio, Carrboro Town Commons (CBO Music Fest):
Always something happening...