Jackin’ for Changes – 2023
Willie Jones III
An uptempo piece with an all-star quintet
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Whether playing drums, leading a band or running his own record label, Willie Jones III. consistently makes his mark on jazz.
His music emphasizes modern and adventurous hard bop along with passionate swinging.
For this live performance, Jones leads a quintet that also features altoist Justin Robinson, trumpeter Jeremy Pelt, pianist Isaiah J. Thompson, and bassist Gerald Cannon.
“Jackin’ for Changes” is an uptempo and modern blues that inspires heated but concise alto, trumpet, piano, and drums solos.
-Scott Yanow
