Harry Whitaker – Blues For Piano Players
Meeting Harry Whitaker was one of the brightest things that happened to me in New York City. Pianist-composer-producer Harry Whitaker inspired many players in New York…
Jazz Masters
On our musical and life journey, we meet outstanding people who leave an inspiration on us… I’d like to share some impressions on such encounters I have experienced.
I Remember Mulgrew (part 2)
This is the second part of my post on Mulgrew Miller. Mulgrew was known for being the highly in-demand pianist for recordings and on-stage. One of the reasons for that was because he was such a great accompanist. His comping, chord voicings, swing and overall sound behind the soloists are so beautiful.
I Remember Mulgrew (part 1)
Mulgrew Miller was one of the most inspirational musicians I have ever met. In June 2012 Mulgrew Miller was a guest artist at The Center for Jazz Studies, The Israel Conservatory of Music In Tel Aviv. It was a remarkable week full of music and a wonderful experience
Relaxin’ with Chuck
Playing with the great bassist-arranger-composer Chuck Israels during his in 2009-10 was a wonderful experience. One of the tunes we played was Relaxin’ at Camarillo by Charlie Parker.