Summit has consistently demonstrated an interest in discovering musicians worthy of greater recognition. Pianist Fred Hughes is a veteran of the U.S. Army's Jazz Ambassadors and also a jazz educator. Joining him on his debut date as a leader are bassist Steve Zerlin and drummer Frank Russo. The trio brings a new dimension to Clifford Brown's "Joy Spring," alternating between subdued sections and driving workouts. "All the Things You Are" achieves an even darker mood, modifying {$...   [ read more ]

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