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“Dedicated to You” Steve
Rudolph Trio featuring J.D.
Walter
(PACT 1010) |
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J. D. WALTER VOICE STEVE RUDOLPH PIANO STEVE VARNER BASS MARKO MARCINKO DRUMS |
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| PACT Records presents vocalist J. D. Walter and
pianist Steve Rudolph on their first recording together.
JazzImprov Magazine says "Buy Dedicated To You - jazz lovers of all levels of sincerity will cherish this record." Dedicated To You features creative arrangements of time-honored standards, a funky Trio version of Ron Carter’s 81, and some new lyrics for a Rudolph original. Included on the recording are the talents of gifted bassist Steve Varner and the always-inspiring drummer Marko Marcinko. This erudite foursome visits many moods and styles while sustaining deep roots in the jazz tradition.. Released in June 2004 on the PACT label, the CD is available at www.steverudolph.com, www.jdwalter.com and www.amazon.com and select stores THE
MUSIC:
STEVE RUDOLPH & J.D. WALTER PRESS QUOTES: Click here to read review in jazzreview.com "
The great ones know when not to play; throughout, Rudolph and his band
(featuring J.D. Walter on vocals) aggressively pursue magical moments
with discretion.
"... Rudolph is a
savvy, swinging, consistent, glimmering heavyweight. His time is
impeccable and the subtlety of his articulation and his ability to make
dynamic changes is impressive.... Rudolph is outstanding.” JAZZ IMPROV MAGAZINE
This music was originally
recorded as an audition demo and its public release was not planned.
After listening to the session, we all thought that it was a very
special experience and decided to bring it to light. We hope that you enjoy the spirit of this music and that you
will soon have the opportunity to hear this group perform live. |
THE
PLAYERS
Compared
to jazz greats Betty Carter, Nat Cole, Nina Simone, and Milton
Nascimento, vocalist and scat sensation J.D. WALTER has
become a singular phenomenon on the music scene. Respected and lauded by
the great musicians of the contemporary circuit, J.D. has shared the
stage with many legendary artists including: Dave Liebman, Bob Dorough,
Billy Hart, Jean-Michel Pilc, Jimmy Bruno, Greg Hutchinson, Ari Hoenig,
Tim Warfield, and John Swana. Originally from Pennsylvania, he attended the University of
North Texas via a vocal jazz scholarship and became a featured soloist
on university recordings. After receiving various awards from the
International Association of Jazz Educators, he left the United States
to live in Amsterdam, Holland to study with acclaimed recording artist
Deborah Brown. J.D.'s CDs include: "Sirens in the C-House"
(Dreambox
Media Records 2000)
& "Clear Day" (Doubletime
Records 2001)
a collaboration with master musician Dave Liebman. J.D.
has toured Europe many times and has been an avid educator and vocal
coach for many emerging artists.
STEVE RUDOLPH was born in Evansville, Indiana and studied trumpet and composition under scholarship at Butler University. He switched his instrumental focus to the piano at age 22 and was hired by Buddy Morrow to perform with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra in 1977. Presented as an “Emerging Artist” at the Jazz Times Convention in New York City in 1998, he was also winner of the 1999 Jazziz Magazine - Seven Springs Jazz Festival Piano Competition and received the prestigious 2002 Harrisburg Arts Award for his service to the community. Seven European tours including a 2003 tour of Russia and Siberia, soloist with Miami’s New World Symphony, and receiving Pennsylvania’s Council on the Arts Jazz Fellowship in 1995 and 2001 highlight his career. Steve has appeared in concert with Louie Bellson, Al Grey, Buddy Tate, Clark Terry, Herb Ellis, the Mills Brothers, and countless other jazz greats. A recording artist and producer, Steve has eight CDs on the R&L label, two on PACT Records, and has recorded with Matt Wilson, Johnny Coles, Cal Collins, Roger Humphries, Joe Hunt, Bill Goodwin, Ali Ryerson, Dwayne Dolphin, Vinny Valentino, Paul Langosch, Joe Negri, Buddy DeFranco, Terry Gibbs, and many more. His detailed recording and touring information may be found at www.steverudolph.com. Originally
from Tennessee, STEVE VARNER lived in Harrisburg, Pa. from
1981 - 2001 and was the most "in demand" bassist in the area.
Since moving to New Jersey he has toured with Pat Martino and
Tierney Sutton. Steve is
one of the most dedicated musicians that I have had the pleasure to
know. www.stevevarner.com MARKO MARCINKO grew up in the Scranton, Pa. area and graduated form the University of Miami's famed jazz program. He has toured with Maynard Ferguson and currently holds down the drum chair with saxophone legend Dave Leibman's group. Also a talented pianist, Marko always delivers that special spark and has an innate intuition to every musical situation.
THE
FACTS: Produced
by Steve Rudolph for PACT Records Recorded
4/16/2003 & mastered 3/29/2004 at Red Rock Recording, Saylorsburg,
PA, Kent
Heckman, Engineer Steve
Rudolph is a Yamaha Artist - Recorded on a Yamaha C7 Grand Piano CD design by Steve Rudolph Copyright
2004 Steve Rudolph PACT
Records 1-800-756-JAZZ(5299) All rights reserved.
"Steve Rudolph is a great
artist. I've had the pleasure of playing with Steve and each time is a
highlight for me. He is a great pianist, composer and a real
gentleman." LOUIE BELLSON |
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