Jazz Articles about Carl Saunders

Carl Saunders: Eclecticism

by Craig Jolley
March 1, 2001

The word on Los Angeles trumpet ace Carl Saunders: he can play can play “anything". His trumpet style is inspired by equal measures of Miles (relaxed, economical, no vibrato) and Dizzy (lean, hungry, and piercing). He is at ease in all registers. His high notes are dead center, not just special-effects squeaks. Diversity is the key to this CD, each cut presenting a different side of Saunders' musicianship.

Bob Florence's flagwaver “Fascinatin' Rhythm" kicks it off with Saunders all over ...