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Willie Morris: Attentive Listening

by David A. Orthmann
March 9, 2024

Attentive Listening, Willie Morris 's second Posi-Tone release in as many years, documents the continuing evolution of a jazz master in the making. Like last year's Conversation Starter, the tenor saxophonist/composer thrives in the stimulating company of alto saxophonist/alto flutist Patrick Cornelius and pianist Jon Davis. Bassist Boris Kozlov and drummer Rudy Royston round out a ...

Conversation Starter

By Willie Morris

Label: Posi-Tone Records
Released: 2023
Track listing: Tina's Dream; St. Upton Hin; Cries; It Is Well With My Soul; The Strength Of Those Who Bear The Burden; Keep Talking; Introspective; Isotope; Azar; Conversational Starter.

Personal Preference

By Something Blue

Label: Posi-Tone Records
Released: 2023
Track listing: The Path; Flyover Country; Blended; Seeley Street Song; Yesya; Grit; Pa'lan'ga; Niecee; Here To Stay; Waltz For Olena; You May Have Already Won.

And That Too

By Josh Lawrence

Label: Posi-Tone Records
Released: 2023
Track listing: Grit; Nefertiti; Cosmological Constant; North Winds; Black Keys; Hole In The Wall; Left Hanging; Cantus Firmus.

Round About Midnight

by Michael Ambrosino
November 15, 2023

New Music From Willie Morris, Tomas Fujiwara, George And More

by Bob Osborne
October 5, 2023

On this show we present new and recent releases from Willie Morris, Tomas Fujiwara, George (Anna Webber with Aurora Nealand, Chiquita Magic & John Hollenbeck), Nicolás Politzer, Christian Dillingham, Graham Collier, Jambal and Tristan de Liège, Elsa Nilsson, Matt Kane, Ilios Steryannis, Teri Parker, Greg Spero, and Makaya McCraven. Playlist Show Intro 00:00 Willie ...

Willie Morris: Conversation Starter

by David A. Orthmann
October 1, 2023

The story is old, predictable and often exasperating. A virtually unknown jazz musician distinguishes himself or herself as part of the supporting cast on a handful of recordings. And then begins the wait to see if any label will offer the young, deserving player a shot in the driver's seat. Early this year, ...

Willie Morris

St. Louis native and New York-based saxophonist and composer Willie Morris emerges as a fresh and exciting force on the jazz scene. With a deep-rooted appreciation for the Black-American art forms that have flourished in his city, he brings a dynamic and unique perspective to his craft.

In this early stage of his career, Willie has already been blessed with remarkable opportunities that have allowed him to perform and record alongside a distinguished lineup of artists. Collaborating with esteemed musicians such as Randy Brecker, John Clayton, John Swana, Byron Landham, Jason Marsalis, Montez Coleman, Josh Lawrence, Donald Edwards, Boris Kozlov, Rudy Royston, and Jon Davis, among others, Willie has had the privilege of immersing himself in diverse musical settings that have expanded his artistic horizons.