I've been meaning to post this for the last couple of weeks but we've been busy with the move to the new forum software.
I had the good fortune of spending some time with and hearing Julian Pressley play some amazing alto when he was in Chicago with Sonic Liberation Front. Julian and I were able to grab some lunch one day and just chat about music and life. I came away with some great insights. On Friday night I was able to hit a local club where the band was playing. I can't say enough about what a wonderful and interesting player Julian is in the flesh! He's great on CD too (as I had previously picked up a copy of his solo CD).
The night was great and Julian laid down some free stuff that blew my mind. His solos had great energy and vitality. I was amazed at how effortlessly he played in the extended range. Just listening to him live was a great lesson.
Julian was a great guy to hang with and a wonderful musician as well. I'm looking forward to catching him in New York whenever I make it out there.
I had the good fortune of spending some time with and hearing Julian Pressley play some amazing alto when he was in Chicago with Sonic Liberation Front. Julian and I were able to grab some lunch one day and just chat about music and life. I came away with some great insights. On Friday night I was able to hit a local club where the band was playing. I can't say enough about what a wonderful and interesting player Julian is in the flesh! He's great on CD too (as I had previously picked up a copy of his solo CD).
The night was great and Julian laid down some free stuff that blew my mind. His solos had great energy and vitality. I was amazed at how effortlessly he played in the extended range. Just listening to him live was a great lesson.
Julian was a great guy to hang with and a wonderful musician as well. I'm looking forward to catching him in New York whenever I make it out there.