With a full, husky tenor sound in tow the former Bergonzi student brings to mind not only his former mentor but the timbres of Dexter Gordon and Joe Henderson as well. – The Saxophonist Magazine. After 20 years on the move, including time spent living and performing in Europe, tenor saxophonist Gregory Dudzienski recently returned to Chicago, settling into a period of engagement with the city’s mighty music community, and developing a cohesive group dynamic with like-minded colleagues. Finding bassist Kelly Sill, pianist Chris White and drummer Jeff Stitley, they quickly formed a musical bond that is evident on this collection of seven Dudzienski originals. Their dedication to the melodic, harmonic and rhythmic language of jazz of the late ’50s and ’60s, provides a substantial base for the group’s explorations and growth. “A great warm sound and his melodic way of playing is all heart.” – Jerry Bergonzi

Tracklist:

1. Dexter’s Laboratory
2. The Father
3. Tom-Ish
4. Meeting Your Heroes
5. Yellow Alley
6. Beautiful Moments
7. See, I Told You

UPC: 805552218329
Label: OA2
Release Date: 7.17.20
Format: CD