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The Alex Blake Quartet: "In Motion" at the Jazz Standard

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As Bassist & band leader Alex Blake is proof that his versatility and acoustic ability lends itself to reshaping the concept of the bass as a lead instrument critics note that...

Jazz in Marciac -Day 13- “Basically being his own rhythm, percussion and lead tones - Loudest applause of show yet for this one, no question." ~ Mark Sabbatini, All About Jazz

Before heading off to perform in Istanbul, the Blake Quartet will share cuts from their new CD “In Motion" with New York audiences at The Jazz Standard on Sunday, March 19, 2006 - Sets begin at 7:30PM & 9:30PM

The Alex Blake Quartet:
Alex Blake - Acoustic & Electric Bass (Has performed, recorded and toured with Stan Getz, Manhattan Transfer, bassist of choice for Randy Weston's band)

Ted Cruz - Pianist(Aero Smith & renowned producer)

Chris Hunter - Sax & Flute (Has performed with Michael Franks, Joe Jackson)

Victor Jones - Drums - (Internationally recognized as a major jazz drummer, Jones has recorded and performed with Stan Getz, Little Jimmy Scott, Stanley Turrentine, and the Mingus Big Band.

The Jazz Standard
116 E 27th Street
Between Park & Lexington
212-576-2232
www.jazzstandard.com
Cover Charge -$ 20.00

Contact for Alex Blake:
www.LeTang.Biz - Jazz to Blues Promotion
E-mail - S. LeTang - [email protected]

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