Home » Search Center » Results: String Trio of New York

Results for "String Trio of New York"

Advanced search options

301

Article: Album Review

The String Trio of New York: The River of Orion: 30 Years Running

Read "The River of Orion: 30 Years Running" reviewed by Francis Lo Kee


The String Trio of New York (STNY) started in 1977 with John Lindberg (bass), James Emery (guitar) and Billy Bang (violin). Lindberg and Emery have been constant while there have been a number of violinists since Bang left in 1986: Charles Burnham, Regina Carter and Diane Monroe. Now with violinist Rob Thomas, they may have their ...

268

Article: Album Review

String Trio of New York: The River of Orion: 30 Years Running

Read "The River of Orion: 30 Years Running" reviewed by Glenn Astarita


Established in 1979 with the Black Saint album First String, featuring Billy Bang manning the violin chair, the revered band String Trio of New York celebrates its 30-year anniversary with the impressionable effort, The River of Orion: 30 Years Running. Over the years, the trio has invited guest artists, such as saxophonist Oliver Lake and pianist ...

1

Article: Album Review

String Trio of New York: The River of Orion: 30 Years Running

Read "The River of Orion: 30 Years Running" reviewed by AAJ Italy Staff


Come allude il titolo, lo String Trio of New York celebra con questo nuovo lavoro tre decenni d'attività professionale, caratterizzata da un nutrito numero di dischi (siamo a quota diciassette) e dalla costante mobilità di un componente dell'organico, il violinista. Dopo Billy Bang, Charles Burnham (anni Ottanta), Regina Carter e Diane Monroe (anni Novanta), dagli inizi ...

Album

Frozen Ropes (with Oliver Lake)

Label: Barking Hoop
Released: 2006
Track listing: Shiffs; Frozen Ropes; Reminds Me; Texas Koto Blues; Lonnie's Lament.

222

Article: Album Review

String Trio of New York: Frozen Ropes (with Oliver Lake)

Read "Frozen Ropes (with Oliver Lake)" reviewed by Troy Collins


The venerable String Trio of New York, founded in 1977, is one of the jazz world's longest running avant-chamber ensembles. Co-founding guitarist James Emery and bassist John Lindberg, along with the group's most recent addition, violinist Rob Thomas, continue to balance stunning virtuosity with free-form expressionism. Featuring iconic alto saxophonist Oliver Lake as a guest artist, ...

Album

Frozen Ropes (with Oliver Lake)

Label: Barking Hoop
Released: 2005
Track listing: Shiffs; Frozen Ropes; Reminds Me; Texas Koto Blues; Lonnie's Lament.

Album

Frozen Ropes

Label: Rogot
Released: 2005

117

Article: Album Review

String Trio of New York: Frozen Ropes (with Oliver Lake)

Read "Frozen Ropes (with Oliver Lake)" reviewed by David Adler


On occasion, the String Trio of New York (guitarist James Emery, bassist John Lindberg, and violinist Rob Thomas) has worked with special guests, including pianist Anthony Davis and vocalist Jay Clayton. Frozen Ropes, with altoist Oliver Lake, is a worthy and concise addition to the group's catalog. These five selections total just over 46 minutes. The ...

Album

Gut Reaction

Label: OmniTone
Released: 2003
Track listing: 1. Upstart (Emery) - 11:22 2. Nature, Time, Patience: Nature (Lindberg) - 6:29 3. Nature, Time, Patience: Time (Lindberg) - 8:40 4. Nature, Time, Patience: Patience (Lindberg) - 6:46 5. Ode (Emery) - 5:51 6. In So Many Worlds: Ecstatic (Douglas) - 4:21 7. In So Many Worlds: Mournful (Douglas) - 5:40 8. In So Many Worlds: In Praise (Douglas) - 6:15 9. Offspring (Emery) - 7:08


Engage

Contest Giveaways
Enter our latest contest giveaway sponsored by All About Jazz
Polls & Surveys
Vote for your favorite musicians and participate in our brief surveys.

Get more of a good thing!

Our weekly newsletter highlights our top stories, our special offers, and upcoming jazz events near you.