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the doctor was in….

( Music and Life )

On my second recording I wrote a tune that was inspired by my experiences with Dr. Eddie Henderson. That composition was entitled, The Son of Alcumus. A little research would reveal that the Son of Alcumus was named, Mentor. Dr. Eddie has certainly been that to me.
When I was putting […]

ride the wave…

( Music and Trombone and Life )

One of the most important things I try and do as a musician and a teacher is to be a conveyor of truth. In doing so, I try not to make a performance about me but instead about the music. As an improvisor, I frequently deny my ego its desire to showcase technique and/or vocabulary […]