JOURNAL ARTICLE

"Ray didn't so much take me under his wing... I climbed under it!".

  • Published In: Jazzwise Magazine, 2024, n. 293. P. 33 1 of 3

  • Database: Music Index with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Glaser, Brian 3 of 3

Abstract

This article from Jazzwise Magazine features an interview with Jay Leonhart, a jazz bassist, who discusses the influence of Ray Brown on his musical career. Leonhart recounts how he discovered Oscar Peterson's Stratford Shakespearean Festival record, featuring Brown on bass, which had a transformative impact on his playing style. He praises Brown's solo on "How High The Moon" and his overall feel and note choices. Leonhart also reflects on his friendship with Brown and acknowledges the differences in their backgrounds and drive. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of playing time and making smart choices in bass playing. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Jazzwise Magazine. 2024/03, Issue 293, p33
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1368-0021
  • Accession Number:175436063
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