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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

Additional Personnel

Rockelle Whitaker: vocals.

Reviews

Mosaic: The Music of Gregg Hill by Paul Rauch

Date featured

February 27, 2025

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