Jazz Articles about John Stein Trio

John Stein Trio: Interplay

by Jim Santella
July 1, 2004

Guitarist John Stein’s fifth release as a leader carries him through favorite standards such as “Poinciana,” “Darn That Dream,” “Django,” “Polka Dots and Moonbeams” and “Bluesette.” With bassist John Lockwood and drummer Yoron Israel, the long time Berklee College of Music faculty member achieves a superb sense of unity. Hand in hand, the threesome waltzes gently through familiar territory and sprinkles fresh additives along the way.

Lockwood’s deep timbre and lustrous tone complement the leader’s guitar throughout ...