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Claxilever by Rodney Whitaker
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Album Title: Mosaic: The Music of Gregg Hill
Label: Origin Records
Released: 2025
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About the Album
Recently honored with induction into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences through his decades-long status as a prolific bassist and preeminent jazz educator, Rodney Whitaker also continues his role as a consummate interpreter of original music, notably through this fruitful association with composer Gregg Hill. Mosaic is the fourth collaboration between the two, and with his vibrant, working band - featuring vocalist Rockelle Whitaker, along with trumpeter Terell Stafford, saxophonist Tim Warfield, pianist Rick Roe and drummer Dana Hall – they imbue Hill’s fresh, idiosyncratic compositions with fiery interaction, deep swing, wise decisions, and a forward-thinking sense of adventure. “The variety is broad, and the band itself can blow up a storm!” - WTJU
Tracks
Mosaic; Unknown Ballad; Claxilever; Katie’s Tune; Moonscape; Ray-Dias; Still Life With Tuba; Sloe Gin Fizz; Stargazer; Sunday Special.
Personnel
Rodney Whitaker
bass
Terell Stafford
trumpet
Tim Warfield
saxophone, tenor
Rick Roe
piano
Dana Hall
drumsAdditional Personnel
Rockelle Whitaker: vocals.
Reviews
- Mosaic: The Music of Gregg Hill by Paul Rauch
Date featured
February 27, 2025
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