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Spirit Fingers: Peace
by Phillip Woolever
Variety is said to be the spice of life and it's also a big plus for music. What stands out on this record is variety of the broadest measure. Pianist Greg Spero has a diverse resume that includes assembling this powerful quartet boasting guitarist Dario Chiazzolino and the mighty rhythm section of bassist Max Gerl and drummer Mike Mitchell, along with some excellent guests. Mainly, this release advances the promise of the band's debut album from 2018 (with ...
Continue ReadingMax Gerl: Tbilisi
by Phillip Woolever
In a four-song display of highly skilled writing and musicianship, Max Gerl provides deep liftoff points for a versatile quartet to roll through thirty-three minutes of distinctly different pieces in a widely comprehensive range of jazz contexts. The songs share similar length and instrumental dexterity, but that's about it. In Gerl's thematic landscape, most uncommon ground is prime musical territory. Tbilisi" is a sax-based romp that swings for the fences with a big band aesthetic. Aaron Shaw delivers ...
Continue ReadingPrimary Instrument
Bass
Location
Los Angeles
Willing to teach
Intermediate to advanced
Credentials/Background
International performer and teacher, $60/hour in person in Los Angeles, $50/hour over Skype, hours set on an as- needed basis.
John Coltrane
saxophoneChick Corea
pianoHerbie Hancock
pianoJoe Henderson
saxophoneScott LaFaro
bassJaco Pastorius
bass, electricHadrien Feraud
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Music
Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson