Dave Turner

Dave Turner: Earth Tones

by John Kelman
November 29, 2006

It's been over two years since Montreal-based saxophonist Dave Turner debuted his new quartet, which finds the longtime altoist making an exclusive switch to the baritone instrument. With trombonist Dave Grott sharing the front line, the quartet may have looked bottom-heavy on paper--but it's proven to be a soulful and rich-sounding unit, aided by the young up-and-comer Vanessa Rodrigues on Hammond B3 organ.After the 2004 festival season, which included a terrific performance at the Ottawa International Jazz Festival, ...