Sunday 23 May 2004
29th STREET SAXOPHONE QUARTET
In collaboration with VPRO radio
Bobby Watson-alto saxophone, Ed Jackson-alto saxophone, Willie Williams-tenor saxophone, Jim Hartog-baritone saxophone
One of the greatest alto players in the world, blessed with a deliciously creamy tone, is Bobby Watson, the biggest name in this quartet, but the others also unite virtuosity with a melodious approach. They touch at least he level of the adventurous World Saxophone Quartet, but in a more accessible, hard bop rooted way. Their pieces often sound ‘bigger’ and more orchestral than one would expect from the number of instruments.