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Yves Francois: Blues For Hawk

Read "Blues For Hawk" reviewed by Derek Taylor


The two Eexemplars of longevity sharing the frontline on this new Delmark disc already held elder statesmen status at the time of the music's taping. Both saxophonists are part of the vibrant Chicago tenor lineage that includes Von Freeman, Johnny Griffin, and Fred Anderson. Trumpeter Yves Francois organized the sessions to redress a slight he perceived to their respective careers. At the time of the early-'80s conclaves, Jackson had rarely recorded. When he did, it was mainly as a trad ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

55 Years of Jazz...

Delmark Records
2009

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Blues For Hawk

Delmark Records
2005

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