Jeremy Long

Jeremy Long: In Suspension

by Dan Bilawsky
December 2, 2012

While saxophonist Jeremy Long's lengthy résumé includes work with large ensembles on both sides of the classical-jazz divide, he goes the other way for his jazz debut. Long chose the tried-and-true saxophone-led organ trio format for his first leader session, but doesn't play it completely straight. In Suspension has its fair share of earthy groove moments, but it generally veers slightly left of center with some of its ideas and sounds. Long's chameleon-like ability has allowed him ...