Name: Contrasts by Jon Gordon & Bill Charlap
Brand: Jon Gordon & Bill Charlap
SKU: 711527018521
Price: 9.9 USD
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4 (70 reviews)

ALBUM

It is no exaggeration to say that saxophonist Jon Gordon and pianist Bill Charlap are two of the finest musicians of their generation; both have a strong link to Phil Woods -- Gordon studied with the alto sax master and has recorded with him, while Charlap began serving as Woods' regular pianist. The final connection is that Woods produced the sessions that resulted in this outstanding collection of duets. The two musicians have played together frequently since attending the same high school, and their familiarity with one another helps each of them in anticipating where the other is likely to go. Although Gordon is best known for his work on alto sax (he won the Thelonious Monk alto sax competition) he begins on soprano sax for a sterling interpretation of "Stardust." Gordon's swaggering alto sax solo on "Young at Heart" is supported by Charlap's imaginative supporting lines. The studio sessions also include strong interpretations of standards like "These Foolish Things," "I Fall in Love Too Easily," and "Over the Rainbow." In addition to a strident take of Thelonious Monk's "Bye Ya," the duo's interpretation of works by Jack Montrose ("For Sue," with Gordon on soprano) and Kenny Werner ("Compensation," with Gordon playing alto) should have jazz fans searching out earlier recordings by their respective composers. If that's not enough, the two men collaborated on two originals: the intricate "Contrasts" (with soprano sax) and the fragile miniature ballad "Epilogue," which concludes the CD. Outstanding music from two gentlemen who deserve a great deal more recognition than either has received from the jazz media. ~ Ken Dryden

1. Stardust

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

2. Young At Heart

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

3. Bye Ya

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

4. For Sue

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

5. These Foolish Things

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

6. Contrasts

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

7. I Fall In Love Too Easily

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

8. Compensation

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

9. Over The Rainbow

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

10. Epilogue

by Jon Gordon

Featured Artist: Jon Gordon
Bill Charlap; Main Performer
Primary Artist: Jon Gordon; Main Performer

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

10 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

53 minutes and 7 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 620x620 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

4/10 tracks have lyrics

Synchronized Lyrics

No synced lyrics found

Genres

Jazz, Hard Bop, Bop

Label

Double-Time Records

Music Distribution Service

Orchard Enterprises Inc

Country

United States

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Oct 22, 2001

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

711527018521

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Contrasts

1. Stardust

2. Young At Heart

3. Bye Ya

4. For Sue

5. These Foolish Things

6. Contrasts

7. I Fall In Love Too Easily

8. Compensation

9. Over The Rainbow

10. Epilogue

Technical Specifications

Contrasts

Product information

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1. Stardust

2. Young At Heart

3. Bye Ya

4. For Sue

5. These Foolish Things

6. Contrasts

7. I Fall In Love Too Easily

8. Compensation

9. Over The Rainbow

10. Epilogue

Technical Specifications