Tom 1960 Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 While attending the Fred Hersch show last night, I ran into my neighbors from down the street who I never had any idea were jazz fans. In our conversations they recommended I attend the Marcus Strickland show in April. They seemed to be pretty positive on him. I have to admit I really know nothing of the guy, although I'm definitely curious. What do you guys think? He's performing in a trio which should be interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.A.W. Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 Wikipedia Marcus Strickland site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlhoots Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 You should go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 Smalls Archive has some of his shows: http://www.smallsjazzclub.com/index.cfm?itemcategory=30817&personDetailId=65 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sal Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 I dislike his playing very much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kh1958 Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 I've seen him a couple of times--with Tom Harrell at the Village Vanguard, he was the weakest and least original member of the band. And with Horaace Arnold, who actually expressed some displeasure with the saxophonists level of development. So unless he's improved alot over the last two or three years, a group under his leadership might prove to be a dull concert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relyles Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 I have enjoyed what I have heard from him this far - in particular his playing with Roy Haynes. He is not breaking any new ground and still has not found a definately distinctive voice, but he is a solid player who is still developing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonnymax Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 I dislike his playing very much. I knew I'd find you here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kh1958 Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 I have enjoyed what I have heard from him this far - in particular his playing with Roy Haynes. He is not breaking any new ground and still has not found a definately distinctive voice, but he is a solid player who is still developing. Are you confusing Marcus Strickland with Jaleel Shaw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relyles Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 (edited) I have enjoyed what I have heard from him this far - in particular his playing with Roy Haynes. He is not breaking any new ground and still has not found a definately distinctive voice, but he is a solid player who is still developing. Are you confusing Marcus Strickland with Jaleel Shaw? No. Strickland preceeded Shaw in Haynes' band. Edited February 8, 2010 by relyles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kh1958 Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 (edited) I have enjoyed what I have heard from him this far - in particular his playing with Roy Haynes. He is not breaking any new ground and still has not found a definately distinctive voice, but he is a solid player who is still developing. Are you confusing Marcus Strickland with Jaleel Shaw? No. Strickland preceeded Shaw in Haynes' band. I thought that might prove my point about his non-distinctive playing, but once again the facts have undermined one of my hypotheses! Edited February 8, 2010 by kh1958 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relyles Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 You are too clever for me. Besides - even I know the difference between alto (Shaw) and tenor (Strickland) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kh1958 Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 (edited) You are too clever for me. Besides - even I know the difference between alto (Shaw) and tenor (Strickland) I've sinking further into the bog with each post--in my defense, it is Monday. Edited February 8, 2010 by kh1958 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Shearn Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 I enjoy Strickland with Tain, although his solo after Kenny Garrett on "Mr. JJ" from "Detained" seems a bit anticlimactic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tranemonk Posted February 12, 2010 Report Share Posted February 12, 2010 his double-CD Twi-Life is very good... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcello Posted February 12, 2010 Report Share Posted February 12, 2010 I dig Marcus. He develops and advances every day. I actually don't like Kenny Garretts tendency to milk his solos for audience response. Marcus is a thinker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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