WHAT THE MEDIA HAS SAID

“Exceptional…entraps your senses and focus throughout the entire statement. An artistic triumph and should be award-bound.” — Dr. Herb Wong, Jazz Educators Journal

Arkadia artist Benny Golson, tenor sax/composer
Billy Golson – tenor sax

***** Five Stars. “The variety of performers produces a range of approaches. This is an album that will leave you humming- and respecting Coltrane” — Bob Karlovits, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

“Plenty of fine discs have honored Duke this year, and this eclectic album ranks among the best.”

— Bob Young, Boston Herald

“This recording contains moments of genuine inspiration, plus a high level of artistry and craftsmanship. Mission accomplished, artfully.” — Owen Cordle, JazzTimes

 

“Zesty, delightful, inventive-yet-accessible recordings, it should well start walking the respected path of independent and mainstream labels. — Al Lubrejewski, Jazzerie Notes

“A superb tribute…without trying to emulate the Coltrane sound…the result is vibrant and fresh.”

— Jared Rutter, Players

 

“…there is no sign of age in any of the timeless themes, certainly not in this interpretation.”

— Ray Redmond, Jazz USA

 

Arkadia artist Joanne Brackeen, jazz pianist
Joanne Brackeen – piano

“Thank You, Joe!” provides vibrant insight into Henderson’s classic compositions, with passionate performances that pay homage” — Steve Graybow, Billboard Magazine

“The tunes are well-chosen, and include some oft-recorded gems. A warm-hearted and well-conceived tribute…” — Dave Wayne, Jazz Weekly

“…A most savory and consumer-friendly clutch of fresh recordings…a top-of-the-ladder cast….rewarding jazz without compromise.” — Dr. Herb Wong, Jazz Educators Journal

“…very moving, emotionally poignant…This is a beautiful album.” (The Stars of Jazz, Vol 1)

— Jeanette Housner, Victory Review

 

“4 stars…The “New Thing” really swings on this collection…free jazz performed with grace and melody…Swift and stunning performances.” — OUTSIGHT

 

“….unique jazz collections for the jazz novice. These collections aren’t the usual retrospective of jazz’s past Dukes, Counts and Princes.” — Jazz Times, January

 

“… beautifully performed recording… exactly what it’s supposed to be: an enjoyable collection of acoustic mood music.” — Alex Henderson, All Music Guide

 

“(Randy Brecker) shows his ever-growing strength as a mainstream jazz trumpeter. Brookmeyer’s trombone has a deep richness and crispness.” — Bob Karlovits, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Arkadia artist Dr. Billy Taylor, jazz pianist
Dr. Billy Taylor – piano

“…really evokes the Mulligan sound, and everyone is in top form. It’d be hard to let this album go.”

— Jack Aldrich, Victory Music Review

“…superb…draws on Gerry’s wide repertoire. An album of music as contemporary now as it was then.”

— Jeffrey Sackman, The Gerry Mulligan Newsletter