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Altered States by Clarence Hines
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Album Title: Along the Way
Label: OA2 Records
Released: 2026
Duration: 00:59:00
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About the Album
After years of earning acclaim as a composer, arranger, trombonist, and educator, Clarence Hines steps forward with his debut as a bandleader, introducing a jazz orchestra shaped by every musical and personal influence encountered along his path. Rooted in the rich tradition of the modern large ensemble while speaking in a distinctly contemporary voice, Hines' program of six originals is complemented by inspired new arrangements of Lynne Arriale's "Carry On" and Bunky Green's "April Green." Anchored by lead trumpeter Bijon Watson and drummer Jared Schonig, the orchestra features standout soloists Clay Jenkins, Todd DelGiudice, Doug Stone, Joshua Bowlus, and Lenard Simpson, bringing warmth, lyricism, and explosive energy to Hines' vibrant writing.
Tracks
In Transit; Carry On; A Tad of Thad; April Green; All This Time; Altered States; Evening Song; What's Up With That?
Personnel
Clarence Hines
trombone
Todd DelGiudice
woodwindsMichael Emmert
saxophone
Lenard Simpson
saxophone, alto
Doug Stone
saxophone, tenor
Fernando Cruz
saxophoneBernie Greenlee
tromboneGina Benalcazar
trombone
Bijon Watson
trumpet
Clay Jenkins
trumpetMark Filsinger
trumpet
Ray Callender
trumpetDave Hart
trumpet
Joshua Bowlus
piano
Emiliano Lasansky
bass
Jared Schonig
drumsDate featured
November 12, 2026
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