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Dan Faulk

Celebrated tenor/soprano saxophonist Dan Faulk has recorded on several CDs with many of jazz's legendary masters including Barry Harris, Jimmy Heath, J.J. Johnson, Wayne Shorter, and James Spaulding. For nearly 2 years, Dan was a full-time member of the J.J. Johnson Quintet until J.J. retired from music in December '97. Dan recorded on 2 CD's with Johnson for Verve Records. Since July '97, Dan has regularly been a featured soloist with Steve Turre.

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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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Album Review

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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Lewis Porter / Dan Faulk Duo @ Lily Pad 17 March

Lewis Porter / Dan Faulk Duo @ Lily Pad 17 March

Source: All About Jazz

s u b c o n s c i o u s c a f e @ l i l y p a d 1353 Cambridge St. Cambridge, Mass. 617.388.1168 ~ ALL AGES ~ lily-pad.net/ Friday, 17 March 2006 9:30 - 11:30 $15 or b/o rob chalfen & subconsciouscafe new chamber music presents LEWIS PORTER / DAN FAULK DUO LEWIS PORTER - piano DAN FAULK - tenor & soprano sax subconsciouscafe is proud to ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

The Dan Faulk...

Ugli Fruit Productions
2003

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