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A co-promotion between Jazz North East and the Jazz Coop led to a knockout session by ace American alto saxophonist Greg Abate who delighted a near capacity crowd - there were rows of occupied seats as far as the eye could see - with his prodigious technique ably assisted by a homegrown rhythm section.
A mix of bop-flavoured originals and standards, the evening just flew past. I can't remember when I've enjoyed a gig so much. Oh yes I can, it was the last time Greg was in town!
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Special mention also of the trio. With a minimum, if any, of rehearsal they did the business and they can hold their heads up high.
A minor quibble, Greg didn't play flute this time round and if he did occasionally overdo the quotes it was done so tastefully I had no cause to complain.
Truly a night to remember. See you next year. Lance
All the Things You Are; Afternoon in Paris; DSR (Deep Seated Reality); Times Past (a re-working of Body and Soul); Jag; Diverse/Segment; Yardbird Suite; Lullaby of the Leaves; Star Eyes; Positive Energy (w. HK); On the Road (w. HK); Secret Love; Light Scene; Triste
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