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In the early '90's, Rebecca Coupe Franks made a strong impression with her two albums for the Justice label, 'Suit of Armor' and 'All of a Sudden' - which feature a host of well-known jazz greats such as Joe Henderson, Javon Jackson, Ben Riley and Leni Stern. Other recordings include Bill Cosby's 'My Appreciation' and Herb Ellis' 'Down Home Blues'.

Rebecca's compositions have earned her the title of being a leading innovator in jazz. From winning acclaim in the John Lennon International Song Writing Contest, to television shows (Melrose Place, Law and Order, Beverly Hills 90210) and film (Sundance Film Festival) using her original music, Rebecca's compositions are getting airtime in an increasing number of arenas.

Rebecca's latest release; 'Exhibition: Tribute to Joe Henderson' is a superb blend of her melodic and memorable compositions combined with her expressive and exciting trumpet playing - all written to honor Rebecca's friend and mentor, the late, great tenor saxophonist, Joe Henderson.

'Exhibition' features Sylvia Cuenca - drums, Essiet Okon Essiet - bass, Adam Schulman - piano, and Rebecca Coupe Franks - trumpet and compositions.

"Joe Henderson would have enjoyed hearing this program and would have loved playing these pieces. Rebecca Coupe Franks, who has mostly concentrated on writing music during the past few years, is poised to have a higher profile, performing new jazz while being inspired by the example of her mentor." -Scott Yanow (author of 8 jazz books including 'Trumpet Kings', 'Bebop' and 'Jazz on Record 1917-76'.)