Jazz Articles about Avery Sharpe Trio

Avery Sharpe Trio: Dragon Fly

by Jerry D'Souza
March 7, 2005

Avery Sharpe is probably best known as the bassist in the McCoy Tyner trio. But he should be known as a remarkable leader and composer with some notable releases to his credit. If that latter trait has been overlooked to an extent, now is the time to stop and pay attention. Sharpe's new trio recording is filled with a beautiful lyricism that brings the art of the trio full centre. And if that were not enough, he goes ahead to ...