Billy Harper in concert
American tenor sax great Billy Harper recorded live at Church of Sound, with his London quintet and a full choir. In a rare interview, Billy also shares his musical inspirations.
American tenor sax great Billy Harper recorded live at Church of Sound in East London alongside his UK quintet, featuring pianist Robert Mitchell and young guns Moses Boyd (drums), Twm Dylan (bass) and Yelfris Vald茅s (trumpet), plus the Khoros Choir.
In a rare interview, Billy also shares his musical inspirations, shedding light on classic tracks by Charles Mingus, Miles Davis and John Coltrane, as well as his mentor and friend, the drummer Max Roach.
And presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a selection of the best new releases.
Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.
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YEAH Pete!
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Max Roach
It's Time
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Clifford Brown
Sandu
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Miles Davis & John Coltrane
Round Midnight
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Cry of Hunger
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5 Ruckert-Lieder
Performer: Yuka Beppu. Singer: Catriona Morison.
Broadcasts
- Sat 5 Jan 2019 17:00麻豆社 Radio 3
- Sat 22 Jun 2019 17:00麻豆社 Radio 3
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