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John Mattern Quartet : Afrosano
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The John Mattern Quartet is straight-ahead, focused and to-the-point in the style of the 1960s-era jazz quartets. The interaction and communication captured here makes this recording as relevant and exciting as the classic quartet recordings were whe
Genre: Jazz: Traditional Jazz Combo
Release Date: 2005
Afrosano
John Mattern Quartet
Record Label: Gravel Plant Records
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Preview Song Name Time Buy
1. Oliloqui Valley 7:07 + MP3 $0.99
2. Tenor Madness 8:24 + MP3 $0.99
3. Cost of Living 7:01 + MP3 $0.99
4. Take the A Train 4:30 + MP3 $0.99
5. Afrosano 8:23 + MP3 $0.99
6. Smile 6:53 + MP3 $0.99
7. Have You Met Miss Jones 7:21 + MP3 $0.99
8. Nothing Personal 5:38 + MP3 $0.99
9. Inger 5:18 + MP3 $0.99
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Album Notes

This project is a culmination of many years
of listening to and absorbing the work of my mentors. I grew up listening to folk and bluegrass
music, so I will never forget the day I
was asked, "have you ever heard John Coltrane?"
I knew the name, but I had never heard his music. The moment that needle touched the groove of the record and my ears were filled
with "Naima," my journey into the world of
jazz began.This album is dedicated to all my teachers
who will always continue to inspire me;
Dexter Gordon, John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, George Garzone, Michael Brecker, Pete Christlieb, Zoot Sims, George Russell, John McNeil, Dick Grove, and Doc Sutherland. Also, my gratitude to the great band that helped me with this endeavor-Lee, Chris and Alan.

John Mattern

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REVIEWS

author: allan mattern
                            
classic jazz at its best!I'm ready for more like this.Go John!

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author: jhrob
                            
Really nice music.  A good variety of fine jazz by a very together group.  I highly recommend it!

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funky, groovy, spontaneous
author: d jarvis
                            
This is a great CD! The musicians really listen to each other and there is strong rhythmic interplay.
There's a nice mix of musical feelings and grooves - uptempo funk and swing (Tenor Madness, Oliloqui Valley) plus some darker, introspective moments (Cost of Living, Inger). Highly recommended!!!

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Very pleasurable to listen to.
author: Jodie Dilansa
                            
The John Mattern Quartet: Afrosano is a great display of John's musical talent. Listening to this CD in our home creates a peaceful and enjoyable environment that lends itself to entertianing guests, relaxing after work, and enjoying beatuiful music. I continue to be impressed by John's ability to create pleasurable music with such ease. 
John, you do great work, keep it up!
 Jodie Dilansa

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