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The Los Angeles-based Budman/Levy Orchestra was formed in 2007 to highlight the current generation of dynamic L.A. jazz musicians. Featuring the wide- ranging compositions and lush arrangements of Jeremy Levy, and saxophonist Alex Budman's singular tone and improvisations, the band is quickly becoming an important musical voice on the West Coast. "From There to Here" showcases nine of Levy's original compositions plus arrangements of Michael Brecker's "Slings and Arrows" and "Zona Mona" by Bela Fleck. With a young, focused and inspired musical leadership pursuing a wide swath of textures, forms and influences, the BLO's ever-evolving group aesthetic will be an exciting thing to watch.

Budman/Levy Orchestra: From There To Here

Read "From There To Here" reviewed by Edward Blanco

by Edward Blanco
July 7, 2012

An appropriately-titled debut from the Budman/Levy Orchestra, From There To Here features 24 of the finest players in the Los Angeles area, plus a four-piece string section, superbly interpreting twelve compositions from composer/arranger/trombonist/co-leader Jeremy Levy co-leader of the group. San Franciscan saxophonist Alex Budman is the other leader of an ensemble formed in 2007 and, like the album title suggests, came to LA from elsewhere for the chance to document some great jazz.Budman recorded several albums with the ...