Detroit Jazz City?
Geri Allen will be representing Detroit as part of the Kimmel's "One Nation Under Jazz" series, with her own quartet and special guest Ravi Coltrane. If Detroit's contribution to jazz history is destined to be first-rank hired hands, then Allen has done her hometown more than proud."When I am working as a sideperson, I am always trying to stay in balance with the intention of the composer or bandleader, remaining in service for the greater good. I try to get out of the way of the flow, so that only pure intention remains. As the bandleader, my goal remains the same; however, the direction is more personal and self-defined."
Click here to read more at CityPaper.net.
<< Home