Kevin Whitehead

January 18, 1988

07:02

Benny Carter Helped Develop the Language of Swing.

Jazz Critic Kevin Whitehead pays tribute to Benny Carter, the elder statesman of the alto saxophone. He reviews the new American Jazz Orchestra recording of Carter compositions, featuring Carter, pianist John Lewis and bassist Ron Carter, among others.

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January 11, 1988

07:03

Richie Cole's New Album Isn't Fun, It's Tacky.

Jazz Critic Kevin Whitehead reviews the new album from alto saxophonist Richie Cole. It's called "Popbop" and is available on Milestone records.

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January 4, 1988

07:02

A Return to Bop Basics.

Jazz Critic Kevin Whitehead reviews "Wingspan," the new recording from pianist Mulgrew Miller and his quintet. This 32-year-old musician was inspired by McCoy Tyner, but his sound is more spare and compressed than Tyner's.

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Benny Carter Helped Develop the Language of Swing.

Richie Cole's New Album Isn't Fun, It's Tacky.

A Return to Bop Basics.

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