About This Item
This debut album from the John Yao Quintet signals the definitive arrival of trombonist and composer, John Yao. Demonstrating a broad textural palette and drawing from an array of stylistic influences, Yao explores the concept of opposing forces. In the Now is a musical journey beyond conventional jazz form and structure, with the ensemble winding skillfully through a wide range of moods, colors, and textures. Album Tracks 1. Divisions 2. Funky Sunday 3. For NDJ 4. In the Now 5. Not Even Close 6. Pink Eye 7. Shorter Days 8. Snafu