Jazz Articles about David Neves

David Neves: Progress Report

by Dan McClenaghan
September 10, 2014

At twenty-five years of age, Boston-based trumpeter David Neves can't be expected to boast a big recorded with/played with resume. But he can boast a first rate education--Berklee and the New England Conservatory. And with his Progress Report, a marvelous debut as leader, Neves blows way beyond expectations for a new kid on the block. Neves offers up nine of his distinctive and engaging original compositions in the company of a group of stellar sidemen. With a continuity ...