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This is a very fine look at a short-lived band co-led by the great Art Pepper on alto saxophone and Jack Montrose on tenor saxophone. This band displayed amazing chemistry and intuition between the two co-leaders. The rhythm section was also the cream of the crop on L.A. based musicians. Claude Williamson on piano, the ever reliable Monty Budwig on bass and the multi talented Larry Bunker on drums. The band was busy with gigs and we re fortunate that a small independent label, Discovery Records recorded this group in August of 1954. Due to the chaotic life led by Art Pepper, it turned out to be his only recording in 1954. He ran into drug trouble and was incarcerated from 1954 to 1956. This date is a gem as 5 Pepper compositions are heard along with 3 well chosen standards. This is a valuable document as to the greatness of Art Pepper and also the group. Enjoy the Art Pepper/Jack Montrose Quintet as tonight s Jazz Feature.Art Pepper/Jack MontroseArt Pepper/Jack MontroseNutmegArt Pepper
Jazz Corner of the World Encore Mondays at 6:00 PM West Coast Jazz #2 In this second of four “West Coast Jazz” presentations, host Craig Kessler takes a closer look at some relatively obscure artists, as well as major players Clifford Brown, Jack Montrose, Howard Rumsey, Bob Cooper, and others. Along the way, … Continue reading
Jazz Corner of the World Encore Mondays at 6:00 PM West Coast Jazz #1 Join host Craig Kessler as he begins a four-week series on the phenomenon of “West Coast Jazz.” We’ll take a closer look at music from Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker, and other artists involved in the beginnings of the Pacific Jazz record … Continue reading