SAXOPHONE LEGENDS: Ernie Watts Plays John Coltrane, Charlie Parker and more!

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SAXOPHONE LEGENDS: Ernie Watts Plays John Coltrane, Charlie Parker and more!
Originally performed live on October 19, 2019

Music Director: Robert Lewis
Special Guest: Ernie Watts

The saxophone is arguably the most recognizable symbol and sound in jazz. It can wail and scream with passion, as well as whisper softly your favorite melody. On October 19, 2019, saxophonist Ernie Watts joined the CJO to play the music of some of the most beloved Saxophone Legends of our time. A two time Grammy Award winner and long time member of the Tonight Show Orchestra, Ernie has been featured on more than 500 recordings, to include projects by Pat Metheny, Herbie Hancock, and the Rolling Stones.

SETLIST
Moment’s Notice – Composed by John Coltrane, Arranged by Robert Lewis
American Gothic – Composed by Bob Berg, Arranged by Mike Crotty
Wabash – Composed by Cannonball Adderley, Arranged by Mike Barone
Grand Central – Composed by John Coltrane, Arranged by Mike Barone
For Michael – Composed by Ernie Watts and Bob Leatherbarrew, Arranged by Michael Abene
Bird’s Idea – Composed by Ernie Watts, Arranged by Manfred Honetschläger
Both Sides of the Coin – Composed by Michael Brecker, Arranged by Mike Barone
Naima – Composed by John Coltrane, Arranged by Manny Mendelson
To the Point – Composed by Ernie Watts and David Witham, Arranged by Michael Abene

ROSTER

Robert Lewis - Music Director, Saxophone

Ernie Watts - Special Guest, Saxophone

REEDS
Jon Phillips
Jonathan Kammer
Mark Sterbank
Kevin Patton
John Cobb

TROMBONES
Jay Jehl
Phil King
Ken Foberg
Stephen Spaulding

TRUMPETS
Chuck Dalton
Matt White
Cameron Handel
Kevin Hackler

RHYTHM SECTION
Gerald Gregory - Piano
Tyler Ross - Guitar
Frank Duvall - Bass
Ron Wiltrout - Drums


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