Here’s a clip from the 55 Bar reunion gig March 10, 2015. The tune is called “Rivers” with Benito Gonzalez, Fender Rhodes; Corcoran Holt, bass; McClenty Hunter, drums.
Video, 55 Reunion Gig, New Tunes
Here’s a video of a tune that has become our standard opener for all gigs, “Twin Dark Mirrors”. This was filmed a few weeks ago at Somethin Jazz in Manhattan
Dear Friends,
I’d like to invite you to a VERY special show. It’s the reunion of my original NYC quartet from 6 years ago. We recorded “Unified” and “Evoke” for Sunnyside Records, both of which were well received. The reunion show happens at The 55 Bar, Tuesday March, 10 with Benito Gonzalez, Fender Rhodes; Corcoran Holt, bass; and McClenty Hunter, drums. 7-9:15 no cover.
In the spirit of the reunion, I’ve been expanding the quartet’s book to include a few new originals that I hope to record as part of a new album this summer. Here are a few demo versions:
A Coltrane inspired ballad called “Ojos”.
A tune called “Birds of Prey” that I composed to honor Trane, Wayne and Joe Henderson
I thought of Chick Corea when I composed “Dream Waltz”
Hope to see you at the 55 Bar and thanks for your continued support.
Sincerely,
Stan Killian
San Antonio Jazz Fest & 55 Bar Recap
Hello Everyone,
June is proving to be an exciting month for me. I featured a new ensemble at the 55 Bar last week as well as my Texas Quartet at the San Antonio Summer Arts and Jazz Festival.
55 Bar June 10: Andrew McCormack Fender Rhodes, Corcoran Holt bass and Colin Stranahan drums:
SASAJ 2014 June 1: Bruce Saunders guitar, Mike Porter bass and Kyle Thompson drums:
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