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James Williams Magical Trio: Awesome!

Read "Awesome!" reviewed by Mark Corroto


The title of pianist James Williams 1992 recording with tenor saxophonists George Coleman, Joe Henderson and Billy Pierce is James Williams Meets The Saxophone Masters (DIW/Columbia). This millenium, the designation “master” certainly belongs to Williams. The Memphis born musician was raised on Gospel and R&B, but soon turned to the music of the hometown pianists Harold Mabern and Phineas Newborn for jazz inspiration. He did an extended stint as Art Blakey’s pianist (1977-81). After leaving the Messengers he began the ...

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