MICHAEL COCHRANE, pianist, composer, arranger and instructor has resided in the tri-state area since the fall of 1974. He has performed and/or recorded with: Sonny Forturne, Hannibal, Jack Walrath, Eddie Gomez, Tom Harrell, Paul Nash, John Clark, Clark Terry, Michael Brecker, Chico Freeman, Ted Curson, Oliver Lake, Bradford Hayes, The Spirit Of Life Ensemble and many more. Mr Cochrane has performed in Colleges, clubs and concert halls which have included: The Village Vanguard, Dizzy's Club Coca Cola, The Blue Note, Weil Recital Hall, Carnegie Hall, Alice Tulley Hall and Merkin Hall. His touring experience spans many European countries as well as Canada, Japan, Puerto Rico, Greece, Russia, The Philippines and the Caribbean.
In 1985 Mr. Cochrane received a Master of Arts Degree in Music and Music Education with honors from New York University. He has been a part-time instructor at Princeton University, Rutgers University, Bloomingdale School of Music and JCC Thurnauer School of Music. His teachers have included: Jaki Byard, Ray Santisi, Eleanor Hancock and Madame Margaret Chaloff. Mr Cochrane has recorded over ten CDs as a leader. He has written several books of piano music and instruction which is published by Second Floor Music (distributed by Hal Leonard), SteepleChase, Charles Colin and his own publishing company, Inner Search Music.
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Come hear the Jazz Rabbi join up with this fabulous trio!
Here's what people are saying about Jeff Fuller:
“Jeff Fuller and his trio are absolutely “happenin’ ” on his newest recording, “Happenstance”. Each composition and arrangement is beautifully executed by the trio, with sophistication and modernism. Fuller’s bass lines, as always, are brilliantly crafted as well as his masterful soloing. Indeed, I thoroughly enjoyed this record! “ ~ Christian Sands, pianist, composer, Christian McBride.
“A wonderful new release with 4 remarkable musicians… should be part of your collection… a great compilation of original selections!” ~ Donn Trenner, pianist, conductor and arranger.
“Jeff’s really a powerful bass player… as strong, resourceful and inspiring, as ever.” ~ Ron McClure, bassist, Blood Sweat & Tears, Charles Lloyd.
Jeff Fuller, bass
Darren Litzie, piano
Ben Bilello, drums
Greg Wall, saxophone
It's been a rough couple of weeks. The current health crisis has everyone on edge, and fear is paralyzing many us. To top it off, we lost one of the true giants of jazz a few days ago, the great McCoy Tyner.
McCoy partnered with John Coltrane to forever change the way people play and hear the music.
We will celebrate McCoy's legacy while we use the healing vibrations of real jazz music to put us all in a better state of mind. Please join us.
Janice is one of the most swinging pianists in NYC, and she is in great company with Floody, Hubbard, and the Jazz Rabbi himself.
Guitar master George Benson, a long-time supporter, has described Paul Bollenback’s work as ". . .bona-fide playing, unambiguous, up-front and powerful," calling him “a versatile dynamo on guitar. His approach to jazz and blues has a uniqueness unto itself . . ..”.
In 2011 Bollenback garnered a Grammy nomination for co-production on Joey DeFrancesco’s Never Can Say Goodbye (Hi Note), and also shares executive and co-producing credits with vocalist-composer Chris McNulty on her albums Dance Delicioso and her Whispers the Heart (Elefant Dreams). His international and national touring schedule currently include appearances with Joey DeFrancesco, Mike LeDonne, Jeff "Tain" Watts, Gary Bartz, and Shunzo Ohno, as well as many appearances with his own trio.
Chris Coogan- piano
Greg Wall- saxes
John Mobilio- bass
Jim Royle- drums
Melissa Newman - vocals
Tony Lombardozzi - guitar
Phil Bowler - bass
Matt Moadel - drums
A night of classic jazz masterpieces, played by classic jazz masters Andy Lavern, Jay Anderson, Alex Sipiagin, Jason Tiemann, and Greg Wall.
A refreshing change of pace for this quintet, who almost exclusively perform original music. Tonight the group will bask in the delightful waters of Monk, Mingus, Ellington, Parker, Coltrane, Golson and much more!
Andy Lavern, piano
Jay Anderson, bass
Alex Sipiagin, trumpet
Jason Tiemann, drums
Greg Wall, saxophones
On Thursday night Feb 6th (snow date Feb 13) we will make Westport jazz history by recording a special night of world class jazz at Pearl at Longshore to support Jazz education.
The recording will feature the legendary pianist Andy LaVerne, Seven time Grammy winning bassist Jay Anderson , Fiery trumpeter Alex Sipiagin, first call drummer Jason Tiemann, and Jazz Rabbi Greg Wall on saxes.
All proceeds of sales of the recording, whether on CD, iTunes, or other formats, will go directly to the Fund, in perpetuity, to support an annual scholarship for a deserving high school musician accepted to a college or university jazz program.
The CD will be sold 7 days a week at Pearl, at every JazzFC jazz event anywhere, and wherever Jazz music is sold and downloaded.
Your contribution to help cover the costs of producing the recording will ensure EVERY PENNY from sales of CD's and downloads will go directly to the scholarship fund.
Your GoFundMe gift is 100% tax deductible, and we welcome contributions of any amount.
One of the most highly regarded jazz drummers on the scene today, Joe Farnsworth is known for his blazing speed, precision, musical, and melodic playing. Joe has been paying with Steve Davis for decades as part of the world renown jazz collective, "One for All".
"Over the course of many years within the wide parameters of my extended career as a professional musician and educator, it's been only upon special occasions that I've been prompted to use the word "extraordinary" when describing a musician and his possession of special talent. Joe Farnsworth is one of these."
Benny Golson
We welcome back two of this generation's greatest horn blowers, Andy Gravish and Joe Magnarelli, as we pay tribute to the spontaneity and majesty of a unique moment in recorded jazz history.
In April of 1965 Freddie Hubbard and Lee Morgan, two of the greatest trumpeters of their generation, played a gig at Club La Marchal in Brooklyn, which was recorded and released on two LP's on Blue Note Records as "The Night of the Cookers". It stands out as an example of the pure excitement than can only be generated from live jazz, played by artists at the peak of their musical abilities.
Andy and Joe are are the height of their powers, and this night is sure to thrill all who are fortunate enough to get in the door!
Steve Davis - Trombone
Greg Wall - Saxes
David Morgan- piano
bass and drums TBA
Steve Davis is widely regarded as one of today’s leading improvisers on the trombone. His lyrical, hard-swinging style first gained him broad recognition during the 1990’s while working with the bands of jazz legends Art Blakey, Jackie McLean, Chick Corea’s Origin and the cooperative sextet, One For All. Steve has appeared in Downbeat Magazine’s Reader’s and Critic’s Polls numerous times, winning the TDWR (Rising Star) Trombone Category in 1998. Steve has also been recently nominated by The JJA four years in a row 2010-13 as Trombonist of the Year.
Steve Davis - Trombone
Greg Wall - Saxes
Steve Davis is widely regarded as one of today’s leading improvisers on the trombone. His lyrical, hard-swinging style first gained him broad recognition during the 1990’s while working with the bands of jazz legends Art Blakey, Jackie McLean, Chick Corea’s Origin and the cooperative sextet, One For All. Steve has appeared in Downbeat Magazine’s Reader’s and Critic’s Polls numerous times, winning the TDWR (Rising Star) Trombone Category in 1998. Steve has also been recently nominated by The JJA four years in a row 2010-13 as Trombonist of the Year.
