Phil Lenk - Reflections - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Renowned trombonist and co-founder of Detroit's famed TRIBE Records, Phil Ranelin, is back with his first album in a decade. A master trombonist of the J.J. Johnson tradition, Ranelin's career has spanned over five decades with ten records as a solo artist, four as a Freddie Hubbard sideman, session recordings for Motown, and work with artists ranging from Stevie Wonder and Ella Fitzgerald to Red Hot Chili Peppers and Telefon Tel Aviv. At 82 years old, Ranelin proves that he still has much to offer with InchInfinite ExpressionsInch, a work that showcases his unique style both as a player and composer.

It could only have happened in Detroit. It was in the ashes of this Detroit, that Tribe Records was born - a community-led where artists took control of marketing, promoting, and releasing their own music. Two original founding members, saxophonist Wendell Harrison and trombonist Phil Ranelin, are still active in the Detroit jazz community, and act as global ambassadors for the Tribe legacy. In the years that have followed, the path Tribe blazed has become the blueprint for generations of independent artists. With the upcoming of Ranelin and Harrison's joint entry in the Jazz Is Dead series, they continue the mission of Tribe to provide Incha new dimension in cultural awarenessInch.

About The Artist PARENTS' CHOICE AWARD WINNER! Bobby Susser, M.A. Communication Arts and Sciences and Early Childhood Education, Columbia University, has written, produced, and performed original, easy-to-learn, award winning children's songs since 1971, as well as internationally acclaimed popular songs for all ages. He has been awarded the the, 'Early Childhood News Directors' Choice Award', (6) times, Dr. Toy's/The Institute for Childhood Resources Best Children's Vacation Products Award, ' (2) times, '100 Best Children's Products Award, ' (8) times) '10 Best Audio-Video Products Award, ' (7) times, 'Best Classic Products Award, ' (2) times, '10 Best Socially Responsible Products, ' (3) times, received six (6) 'Parents' Choice Awards', for his ongoing series 'Bobby Susser Songs For Children', and the '2013 Distinguished Alumni Award', from Teachers College, Columbia University. He has also wrote, recorded, and contributed an official theme song to the world renowned St. Jude Children's Hospital. Bobby Susser records and works with several types of singers and musicians depending upon the song, style, and subject matter. Mr. Susser believes the performance as well as the song must be believable, honest, and sincere. These important qualities are the running threads throughout his original songs and activities. Listen to his songs and you'll discover a serious and careful effort to help kindle imagination, empathy, understanding, compassion, and socialization in our children, (in a most entertaining way) which are key elements in the development of self. Bobby Susser is believable, honest, and sincere. As the years go by, Bobby's songs and recordings continue to grow in popularity and importance for his old and new fans (Parents, teachers, librarians, children, and others who have experienced the value of his songs). In addition, pop, rhythm n' blues, country, hip h