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The Gates by Yao/Smith/Hughes Sextet
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Album Title: The Gates
Label: Shifting Paradigm Records
Released: 2019
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About the Album
The Yao Smith Hughes Sextet brings a fresh, new set of original compositions following in the footsteps of the straight-ahead jazz tradition of Detroit. Hard-bopping melodies, tight 3-horn arrangements, colorful voicings, driving swing feel and soulful grooves are all trademarks of "The Gates". Trombonist John Yao, trumpeter Jimmy Smith and saxophonist James Hughes team up for a co-led sextet recording with each leader contributing original compositions. The soulful grooving title track “The Gates,” composed by Jimmy Smith, displays the balanced and clear ensemble blend of the horns.
Tracks
I-75 @ 5; Hell Gate; Subterranean Miner; The Gates; Ice On Snow; Sophia's Song; The Ride Home; At Peace; Dog Days.
Personnel
Additional Personnel
John Yao: trombone; Jimmy Smith: trumpet, flugelhorn; James Hughes: soprano/alto/tenor saxophones; Corey Kendrick: piano; Jeff Pedraz: bass; Nick Collins: drums.
Reviews
- The Gates by Mark Sullivan
Date featured
July 30, 2019
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