Ben Patterson - Stretch - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Fueled by the musically eclectic, disciplined and packed days of being the music director for the Airmen of Note, trombonist/composer Ben Patterson and his tight circle of DC-area colleagues have carried that energy on since. Over the last decade, guitarist Shawn Purcell, pianist Harry Appelman and drummer Todd Harrison have been central to seeing through Patterson's vision, always there to support, but also to spur him to places unexpected. On InchStretch,Inch bassist Miles Brown joins the team as they careen through a wide-ranging set of 10 originals, several reflecting influences on Patterson's music, such as Michael Brecker with InchMissing Michael,Inch the Tower of Power rhythm section with InchDavid and Francis,Inch while hints of John Scofield and Pat Metheny also permeate the musical landscape. Inch... a pen and mind untrammeled by norms and expectations, and a tight crew of musical compatriotsInch - All About Jazz An absolute joy from start to finish, brought to life by a phenomenal ensemble. PARIS MOVE Album Tracks 1. [6 06] Unbridled 2. [4 50] Oops, Wrong Timeline 3. [5 00] Ship of Fools 4. [7 38] David and Francis 5. [6 36] This Is What I'm Doing 6. [5 38] or Maybe You Would 7. [6 09] Confidence and Doubt 8. [6 36] Stretch 9. [8 04] Missing Michael 10. [5 47] Phrenetic