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Valery Ponomarev: The Messenger
ByPonomarev definitely could not ask for better company. Tenor saxophonist Michael Karn has his own individualized line of attack, more in tune with mainstream guys like Buddy Tate and Bud Freeman than Coltrane or Rollins. Pianist Sid Simmons is one of Philadelphia’s finest and drummer Jimmy Cobb really needs no introduction at all. With a concise set of diverse tunes and Jim Anderson’s crisp recorded sound, you end up with 50 minutes of high octane playing that not only treads new ground but also spreads the message of the elders.
Track Listing
Driving To A Gig II, Messenger From Russia, Long Distance Relationship, Escape From Gorky Park, Dark Alley, Star Dust, Mirage
Personnel
Valery Ponomarev
trumpetValery Ponomarev, trumpet; Michael Karn, tenor sax; Sid Simmons, piano; Martin Zenker, bass; Jimmy Cobb, drums
Album information
Title: The Messenger | Year Released: 2001 | Record Label: Reservoir Music
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