Scott Amendola Quartet
Ben Goldberg - Clarinet
Josh Smith - tenor saxophone
John Shifflett - bass
Scott Amendola - drums
This quartet is a more traditional "jazz" type setting for Amendola's music but lacks a chordal instrument. This frees up Ben, Josh, and John to move around in ways that only 3 super deep harmonic and swinging improvisors know how. And what’s guaranteed is a non-traditional evening of improvised music. The quartet will be interpreting Scott's music from his recent record "Lift", as well as music from past releases, as well as some new things, and probably some music written by others.
Ben Goldberg and
Scott Amendola have a long history of playing music together starting in the 90’s. Ben is one of the most creative musicians on the planet. He knows how to own the music. Josh Smith is one of the few horn players who knows how to make texture, space, and energy elevate a band, but also has is own unique way of playing melody. John Shifflett is the anchor that propels the music in creative ways. How does an anchor move things forward you ask? Well listen to Shifflett on Amendola's last two releases (Lift and Believe) as a leader and you will understand. Or better yet come and hear it in person. Nothing is sacred with this band, except the idea to keep the music deep and real.
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