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Carlton Holmes

CARLTON HOLMES arrived in New York in 1986 where he completed his graduate studies in Music at the Manhattan School of Music. Since that time, Carlton has become one of New Yorks’ premiere piano players, having performed and/or recorded with artist like Max Roach, Michael Carvin, Branford Marsalis, Donald Byrd, Diane Reeves and many others. Currently Carlton is writing and performing with drummer great Cindy Blackman and Blue Note guitarist Ronny Jordan. Carlton is also writing and performing regularly with Grammy award MCA recording artist Regina Belle.

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Album Review

Dan Faulk: The Dan Faulk Songbook, Vol. 1

Read "The Dan Faulk Songbook, Vol. 1" reviewed by Michael P. Gladstone


Dan Faulk falls into the same sure-footed category as saxophonists like Javon Jackson and Bon Braden who recorded frequently during the '90s alongside other while maintaining their own individual careers. Unlike the other two, Faulk has only recorded three albums under his own name. He has recorded on countless sessions as a member of groups led by J.J. Johnson, Steve Turre, Barry Harris, Tana Reid and Cindy Blackman. He is also the Director of Jazz Studies and a professor at ...

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Dan Faulk: The Dan Faulk Songbook, Vol.1

Read "The Dan Faulk Songbook, Vol.1" reviewed by Mark F. Turner


A deep appreciation of jazz lies in the intricacies of listening. Dan Faulk’s Songbook would appear as just another post bop saxophone recording. While this is in part true, a closer listen to the fine print reveals maturity, poise and a singular voice.Faulk has recorded and played alongside jazz legends J.J. Johnson and Wayne Shorter, and it’s easy to hear why as he plays with grace and proficiency. The strength of Dan Faulk Songbook, Vol.1 lies in music ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

The Dan Faulk...

Ugli Fruit Productions
2003

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