25-year-old bassist/bandleader Michael Feinberg brings a heavy hitting lineup to Emory University's Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, September 15 as he celebrates the release of his new album, "The Elvin Jones Project" (Sunnyside Records).
Feinberg was drawn to the interplay the legendary percussionist had with a multitude of bassists. He soon discovered that his favorite bassists had had a significant musical relationship with Jones. The study of these relationships became the root of Feinberg's project and subsequent recording: "The Elvin Jones Project."
Feinberg has been a part of the New York City jazz scene for only a short while but has begun to make a name for himself as a composer, bandleader, and accompanist. The bassist was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia and received his bachelor of music degree at the University of Miami followed by his master's at New York University.
Since then, Feinberg has worked alongside legends and progressives alike including Billy Hart, George Garzone, Jean-Michel Pilc, John Scofield, Jim Black, Peter Evans, Ambrose Akinmusire, and Lee Ritenour.
Feinberg's third recording as a leader, "The Elvin Jones Project," was inspired by the relationships that Jones established with bassists Jimmy Garrison, Gene Perla, George Mraz, Richard Davis, and Dave Holland. Feinberg decided to create an ensemble that would tackle compositions reflecting the link between these rhythmic pairings without emulation. As Feinberg was set to channel the vibe of these various bass players, he enlisted the great drummer Billy Hart (Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner) to substitute for the deceased Jones.
The other members of Feinberg's ensemble include two of the most inspiring musicians of the past few decades and a young lion. Saxophonist George Garzone - who co-produced the record and who had once played with Elvin - and trumpeter Tim Hagans are featured as a well-seasoned frontline, while the up and coming Leo Genovese - a member of Esperanza Spalding's ensemble - holds down the keys.
This concert marks the first time Billy Hart and George Garzone will perform in Atlanta in nearly 20 years, and is a rare opportunity to see two masters and two young lions sharing their craft.
Show Information:
Saturday, September 15, 8:00 PM
Emory University's Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts
1700 North Decatur Road, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Cost: $15; $10 discount category members and Emory students.
Contact Phone: 404.727.5050.
Contact Email: boxoffice@emory.edu.
(Source: Michael Feinberg Music)
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