Greg Gisbert Gabe Mervine John Lake Al Hood Mike Conrad Paul McKee Adam Bartczak Gary Mayne Joel Frahm Wil Swindler Scott Turpen Peter Sommer Sam Williams Ben Markley Steve Kovalcheck Ken Walker Jim White. The Ben Markley Big was initially formed to celebrate one of the more influential and beloved figures in jazz through this unique project, showcasing many of the late pianist and composer Cedar Walton's most revered tunes through new arrangements for big band. Performing iconic compositions such as 'Hindsight,' 'Bolivia,' and 'Holy Land,' Markley brings together fellow faculty members from the University of Wyoming and top-flight Denver-area musicians to produce an honest and swinging recording that honors Cedar Walton while presenting his music in a bright new light... See More |
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