August 17, 2007
I ran across this article in the LA Weekly called “Children of the Revolutionary”. The subtitle is what caught my eye: “Former black revolutionary Watani Stiner turned himself in to San Quentin so his children could come to America. Was it worth it?”
It is was a very touching article, especially considering how easily this could have happened to almost any black male in 1960’s Los Angeles. Check it out.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Friday, May 16, 2008
Derrick’s Jamaican Cuisine 5th Anniversary/Wine Tasting Kickoff
July 26, 2007
Derrick’s Jamaican Cuisine, located at 6806 La Tijera Blvd in L.A., celebrated its 5th anniversary today. To mark the occasion, owner Derrick Angus closed up early and threw a private fete for media reps, friends, and long-time customers.
Early arrivers were given the full red carpet treatment. Angus stood outside the door and greeted each guest as they walked down the carpet. Photographers and videographers recorded each of the guests as they congratulated Derrick on this special occasion. (Click the link to see photos of the event.) In the newly constructed patio area, guests were interviewed on camera.
Caribbean music filled the restaurant courtesy of Alan Lightner as he played steel pans and sang. It was beginning to feel like a tropical vacation.
After an hour or so of greeting his invitees, Derrick moved back inside and got the festivities started. He began by thanking his customers for their support over the last 5 years. Then he invited everyone to partake of the spread he and his staff had prepared. Artistically presented fresh fruit, cheese and crackers, greens prepared his unique way, Caribbean shrimp, beef and chicken patties (which he now makes right in the restaurant), rice and peas, and, of course, jerk chicken, were some of the offerings. His entire menu has an emphasis on health. All of the items served this evening are on the new menu, which Derrick unveiled at this special occasion.
Today kicks off a new offering; Thursday Night Wine Tasting. Every Thursday night from 5pm until closing, wine tasting will be available featuring different wines. On occasion the vintners themselves will be on hand to talk to patrons about their particular wine. This night some of the wines were available to the guests. The hit of the evening was Angus’ own Appletini. Served in a green martini glass, each came with a wafer-thin slice of fresh green apple luxuriating on top. Judging by how fast they disappeared, Angus will be making plenty of these in the future.
Radio station KJLH, for whom Angus has hosted several health-related shows with Jackie Stephens at his eatery, played a large part on the evening. KJLH personality Janine Hydel took over the mic to preside over the presentation of gifts being bestowed upon Derrick. Another surprise on the evening was that this was Derrick’s birthday. He wouldn’t let on how old he was. A large cake with his photo in the center sat on a table waiting for him to blow out the candles. Derrick was extremely grateful for the love and support from everyone that came out, at one point losing his composure during his speech. When asked what he wished for, he responded by saying he wanted everyone to come back “a million times.”
Angus once again thanked everyone for coming. Though the event was now formally over, he invited everyone to stay and network as long as they wished. Several did. Suddenly, a long-time customer all the way from Chino Hills got up and sang Bob Marley’s “Is This Love”, accompanied by Alan on the steel drums and vocals. Most of the staff and this writer joined him, albeit seated safely away from the mic. Derrick sure knows how to throw a party!
Derrick’s Jamaican Cuisine, located at 6806 La Tijera Blvd in L.A., celebrated its 5th anniversary today. To mark the occasion, owner Derrick Angus closed up early and threw a private fete for media reps, friends, and long-time customers.
Early arrivers were given the full red carpet treatment. Angus stood outside the door and greeted each guest as they walked down the carpet. Photographers and videographers recorded each of the guests as they congratulated Derrick on this special occasion. (Click the link to see photos of the event.) In the newly constructed patio area, guests were interviewed on camera.
Caribbean music filled the restaurant courtesy of Alan Lightner as he played steel pans and sang. It was beginning to feel like a tropical vacation.
After an hour or so of greeting his invitees, Derrick moved back inside and got the festivities started. He began by thanking his customers for their support over the last 5 years. Then he invited everyone to partake of the spread he and his staff had prepared. Artistically presented fresh fruit, cheese and crackers, greens prepared his unique way, Caribbean shrimp, beef and chicken patties (which he now makes right in the restaurant), rice and peas, and, of course, jerk chicken, were some of the offerings. His entire menu has an emphasis on health. All of the items served this evening are on the new menu, which Derrick unveiled at this special occasion.
Today kicks off a new offering; Thursday Night Wine Tasting. Every Thursday night from 5pm until closing, wine tasting will be available featuring different wines. On occasion the vintners themselves will be on hand to talk to patrons about their particular wine. This night some of the wines were available to the guests. The hit of the evening was Angus’ own Appletini. Served in a green martini glass, each came with a wafer-thin slice of fresh green apple luxuriating on top. Judging by how fast they disappeared, Angus will be making plenty of these in the future.
Radio station KJLH, for whom Angus has hosted several health-related shows with Jackie Stephens at his eatery, played a large part on the evening. KJLH personality Janine Hydel took over the mic to preside over the presentation of gifts being bestowed upon Derrick. Another surprise on the evening was that this was Derrick’s birthday. He wouldn’t let on how old he was. A large cake with his photo in the center sat on a table waiting for him to blow out the candles. Derrick was extremely grateful for the love and support from everyone that came out, at one point losing his composure during his speech. When asked what he wished for, he responded by saying he wanted everyone to come back “a million times.”
Angus once again thanked everyone for coming. Though the event was now formally over, he invited everyone to stay and network as long as they wished. Several did. Suddenly, a long-time customer all the way from Chino Hills got up and sang Bob Marley’s “Is This Love”, accompanied by Alan on the steel drums and vocals. Most of the staff and this writer joined him, albeit seated safely away from the mic. Derrick sure knows how to throw a party!
Saxtravaganza!
July 21, 2007
What is "Saxtravanaga"? It is the culmination of a week-long workshop featuring an all-saxophone ensemble comprised of 20-plus saxophone players. Friends and students of saxophone instructor Kathleen Maxwell, aka "the saxophone lady", come together each year to put on and perform in the all-sax concert. They held their 8th annual event Saturday evening July 21st at the Hart High Auditorium in Newhall, California.
With Saxtravaganza, Maxwell is attempting to recreate the large saxophone ensembles of yesteryear. Back then, she says, it was common to have saxophone orchestras as large as 100 members strong.
Twenty saxophonists ranging in ability from 13-year-old student to seasoned professional filled the stage. Six of the 7 members of the saxophone family were represented, from tiny sopranino all the way to big, bad, bass saxophone. A few members doubled on alto sax and soprano. However, the most impressive doubler was Cindy, who played the sopranino on a couple of selections, then ran to the back row to play baritone sax for the remaining tunes.
Hart High's auditorium's acoustics were sufficient enough that no amplification was necessary. Unfortunately, they did chose to amplify the group and an annoying ringing feedback emanated from the sound system throughout most of the performance.
Other than that, the performance went well. Director Maxwell had chosen a variety of styles to showcase what an all-saxophone ensemble of this size can do. Selections ranged from ragtime to marches to classical to contemporary. Each piece found different saxophones functioning in different ways. One piece might find the soprano saxes taking on the role of a clarinet. The next song may find the bass playing the role of an upright string bass. Yet another might find the altos impersonating violins.
The group blended well together. The balance was such that even during ensemble parts, each type of saxophone could be discerned. Even the tenors, who were greatly outnumbered by the altos, could be heard.
Ending on a contemporary note, the group played the theme from "The Incredilbles", freshly arranged for them by baritone saxophonist Darrin Smith. Maxwell told the audience that Smith had just delivered the chart to them the Wednesday prior to the concert.
Maxwell plans to bring the ensemble back next year. All sax players, young, old, student, and advanced are urged to try out. Visit the Saxtravaganza website for more details (dates not current but all other information is). See photos of the event here.
What is "Saxtravanaga"? It is the culmination of a week-long workshop featuring an all-saxophone ensemble comprised of 20-plus saxophone players. Friends and students of saxophone instructor Kathleen Maxwell, aka "the saxophone lady", come together each year to put on and perform in the all-sax concert. They held their 8th annual event Saturday evening July 21st at the Hart High Auditorium in Newhall, California.
With Saxtravaganza, Maxwell is attempting to recreate the large saxophone ensembles of yesteryear. Back then, she says, it was common to have saxophone orchestras as large as 100 members strong.
Twenty saxophonists ranging in ability from 13-year-old student to seasoned professional filled the stage. Six of the 7 members of the saxophone family were represented, from tiny sopranino all the way to big, bad, bass saxophone. A few members doubled on alto sax and soprano. However, the most impressive doubler was Cindy, who played the sopranino on a couple of selections, then ran to the back row to play baritone sax for the remaining tunes.
Hart High's auditorium's acoustics were sufficient enough that no amplification was necessary. Unfortunately, they did chose to amplify the group and an annoying ringing feedback emanated from the sound system throughout most of the performance.
Other than that, the performance went well. Director Maxwell had chosen a variety of styles to showcase what an all-saxophone ensemble of this size can do. Selections ranged from ragtime to marches to classical to contemporary. Each piece found different saxophones functioning in different ways. One piece might find the soprano saxes taking on the role of a clarinet. The next song may find the bass playing the role of an upright string bass. Yet another might find the altos impersonating violins.
The group blended well together. The balance was such that even during ensemble parts, each type of saxophone could be discerned. Even the tenors, who were greatly outnumbered by the altos, could be heard.
Ending on a contemporary note, the group played the theme from "The Incredilbles", freshly arranged for them by baritone saxophonist Darrin Smith. Maxwell told the audience that Smith had just delivered the chart to them the Wednesday prior to the concert.
Maxwell plans to bring the ensemble back next year. All sax players, young, old, student, and advanced are urged to try out. Visit the Saxtravaganza website for more details (dates not current but all other information is). See photos of the event here.
Pride of the Nation
May 19, 2007
Armed Forces Day. This year I spent it at Plant 42 in Palmdale, California. The event was called "Pride of the Nation - Honoring Generations of Heroes". “Pride of the Nation” is an event that honors our past and present servicemen and women. It is held inside an actual hangar on the Plant 42 premises. Outside the hangar several aircraft were on static display, and a few more flew in for the event. With an F-117 Stealth Fighter, F-18, U-2, UAVs, and an F-16 on the tarmac and T-6 and B-25 fly-overs, the past literally met the future. Inside, the past met the future in the form of high school students meeting military personnel from as far back as WWII.
Being inside the hangar was like taking a step back into aviation history. Tables were set up for the couple of hundred of guests and honorees that turned out. Two walls were decorated with photos and writings representing each branch of service. Providing entertainment for the event was the Antelope Valley Jazz Ensemble big band, under the direction of Lee Matalon. With the big band playing several tunes from the era, if you closed your eyes, you could easily believe you were back in 1942. During the band’s rendition of the ballad “Georgia”, aptly sung by Beverly Jensen, the B-25 “Mitchell” roared overhead drowning out the band and leading several guests outside to watch the landing.
Back outside the hangar, old warbirds flew in announcing their arrival with the thunderous, deep-throated growl of their radial engines. Some WWII aircraft were actually built inside that very hangar. The nation’s first jet-powered aircraft, the P-59 Airacomet, lived here, too. Dating all the way back to 1935, Plant 42 itself has a long and storied history, producing the Century Series fighters, the Space Shuttle, the SR-71 Blackbird (one of which is on permanent display at Blackbird Airpark right outside), the XB-70 Valkyrie, B-1 Lancer, B-2 Spirit, and on and on.
The B-25 that flew in for the event was built in 1944 and has its own history. It was one of the last B-25 “Mitchell” bombers built for the military. Many people lovingly restored the old warbird in painstaking detail from its original olive drab paint scheme all the way to the nose art that reads “Heavenly Body”. Since 1974 it’s been used mainly for airshows and films. (I could write a whole article on this bird, complete with a photo of it from a past airshow but that’s for another day.)
The event got underway with the presentation of colors. Following that, the Pledge of Allegiance was spoken, the National Anthem sung, and invocation was given. Dinner followed opening announcements and intros.
Shortly after dinner, as the sun began to set, the B-25 and the four T-6’s made their departure. Most of the guests stepped outside, braving the famous high desert winds to catch a glimpse of airborne history. A fire in nearby Gorman poured smoke into the sky turning it a burnt orange, slightly obscuring the sun. “Heavenly Body” took off and banked northward. Silhouetted against the sunset it looked for all the world like it had just completed as successful bombing run. She returned moments later for several low-altitude fly-bys.
Following the departure the guests returned to their seats. This is when the most touching part of the tribute began. Two trumpet players from the band stationed themselves at opposite ends of the room. One began playing “Taps”, echoed by the second trumpeter. Complete silence filled the room until the last note trailed off.
A special table had been prepared with a nice white tablecloth, silverware, crystal glasses and a lighted candle. No guests were allowed to sit there. From the back of the room, the Color Guard appeared, each member holding a china plate. An announcer called each branch of service and invited them to the table. As each branch was called, a member of the Color Guard would advance to the table and slowly place the plate on the table. It was difficult to keep one’s composure while witnessing this.
Next, interviews with past and present military personnel were shown on a video. This was followed the presentation of gifts for all other current and former service people in attendance. Each branch of service was called starting with the Coast Guard, the Army, Navy, Marines, and finally, the Air Force. The band played the song of each branch of service. One by one, the guests walked across the stage and were presented with a medallion, which was carefully hung around their neck by students of Lancaster High School. Young service people came up fresh from Iraq. Old service people who flew bombers in WWII came up. Everyone in between came up. WASPS, the women pilots from WWII came up. Wheelchair-bound and cane-dependent came up. Each was greeted by the students. Many hugs were exchanged. One can only image the feelings shared in the few seconds of their embrace. By meeting those who served in person, one can only image how the lives of the students were changed. The procession of honorees was long and at times tearful. But everyone who served was recognized.
Once the guests were awarded all of their gifts, the program moved to the next phase. Some left, but many stayed to cut a rug as they struck up the AV Jazz Ensemble once again. Not only did the students interact with the honorees while presenting them their medallions, they even danced with them. A nice way to end the program.
If the servicemen and women who gave their lives for this country could see the tribute given them during “Pride of the Nation”, I’m sure they’d give a smile and say “thanks for the recognition, thanks for not forgetting us.” Did I mention the entire event was put on entirely by the students of Lancaster High School? Congratulations and many kudos to the students of Lancaster High Class of '08 and especially to Jamie Goodreau and Alfredo Garcia for a job well done.
Armed Forces Day. This year I spent it at Plant 42 in Palmdale, California. The event was called "Pride of the Nation - Honoring Generations of Heroes". “Pride of the Nation” is an event that honors our past and present servicemen and women. It is held inside an actual hangar on the Plant 42 premises. Outside the hangar several aircraft were on static display, and a few more flew in for the event. With an F-117 Stealth Fighter, F-18, U-2, UAVs, and an F-16 on the tarmac and T-6 and B-25 fly-overs, the past literally met the future. Inside, the past met the future in the form of high school students meeting military personnel from as far back as WWII.
Being inside the hangar was like taking a step back into aviation history. Tables were set up for the couple of hundred of guests and honorees that turned out. Two walls were decorated with photos and writings representing each branch of service. Providing entertainment for the event was the Antelope Valley Jazz Ensemble big band, under the direction of Lee Matalon. With the big band playing several tunes from the era, if you closed your eyes, you could easily believe you were back in 1942. During the band’s rendition of the ballad “Georgia”, aptly sung by Beverly Jensen, the B-25 “Mitchell” roared overhead drowning out the band and leading several guests outside to watch the landing.
Back outside the hangar, old warbirds flew in announcing their arrival with the thunderous, deep-throated growl of their radial engines. Some WWII aircraft were actually built inside that very hangar. The nation’s first jet-powered aircraft, the P-59 Airacomet, lived here, too. Dating all the way back to 1935, Plant 42 itself has a long and storied history, producing the Century Series fighters, the Space Shuttle, the SR-71 Blackbird (one of which is on permanent display at Blackbird Airpark right outside), the XB-70 Valkyrie, B-1 Lancer, B-2 Spirit, and on and on.
The B-25 that flew in for the event was built in 1944 and has its own history. It was one of the last B-25 “Mitchell” bombers built for the military. Many people lovingly restored the old warbird in painstaking detail from its original olive drab paint scheme all the way to the nose art that reads “Heavenly Body”. Since 1974 it’s been used mainly for airshows and films. (I could write a whole article on this bird, complete with a photo of it from a past airshow but that’s for another day.)
The event got underway with the presentation of colors. Following that, the Pledge of Allegiance was spoken, the National Anthem sung, and invocation was given. Dinner followed opening announcements and intros.
Shortly after dinner, as the sun began to set, the B-25 and the four T-6’s made their departure. Most of the guests stepped outside, braving the famous high desert winds to catch a glimpse of airborne history. A fire in nearby Gorman poured smoke into the sky turning it a burnt orange, slightly obscuring the sun. “Heavenly Body” took off and banked northward. Silhouetted against the sunset it looked for all the world like it had just completed as successful bombing run. She returned moments later for several low-altitude fly-bys.
Following the departure the guests returned to their seats. This is when the most touching part of the tribute began. Two trumpet players from the band stationed themselves at opposite ends of the room. One began playing “Taps”, echoed by the second trumpeter. Complete silence filled the room until the last note trailed off.
A special table had been prepared with a nice white tablecloth, silverware, crystal glasses and a lighted candle. No guests were allowed to sit there. From the back of the room, the Color Guard appeared, each member holding a china plate. An announcer called each branch of service and invited them to the table. As each branch was called, a member of the Color Guard would advance to the table and slowly place the plate on the table. It was difficult to keep one’s composure while witnessing this.
Next, interviews with past and present military personnel were shown on a video. This was followed the presentation of gifts for all other current and former service people in attendance. Each branch of service was called starting with the Coast Guard, the Army, Navy, Marines, and finally, the Air Force. The band played the song of each branch of service. One by one, the guests walked across the stage and were presented with a medallion, which was carefully hung around their neck by students of Lancaster High School. Young service people came up fresh from Iraq. Old service people who flew bombers in WWII came up. Everyone in between came up. WASPS, the women pilots from WWII came up. Wheelchair-bound and cane-dependent came up. Each was greeted by the students. Many hugs were exchanged. One can only image the feelings shared in the few seconds of their embrace. By meeting those who served in person, one can only image how the lives of the students were changed. The procession of honorees was long and at times tearful. But everyone who served was recognized.
Once the guests were awarded all of their gifts, the program moved to the next phase. Some left, but many stayed to cut a rug as they struck up the AV Jazz Ensemble once again. Not only did the students interact with the honorees while presenting them their medallions, they even danced with them. A nice way to end the program.
If the servicemen and women who gave their lives for this country could see the tribute given them during “Pride of the Nation”, I’m sure they’d give a smile and say “thanks for the recognition, thanks for not forgetting us.” Did I mention the entire event was put on entirely by the students of Lancaster High School? Congratulations and many kudos to the students of Lancaster High Class of '08 and especially to Jamie Goodreau and Alfredo Garcia for a job well done.
Carlos Cuevas Trio at LACMA
May 3, 2007
Last Friday I decided to go check out the Carlos Cuevas Trio at LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art). LACMA has a series called Friday Night Jazz. It's held outdoors in the Los Angeles Times Court and runs from April through November, 6pm-8pm. Each week a different artist performs. And you can't beat the price of admission; it's free!
Taking the train down to the event meant not having to fight traffic for a change. This gave me a chance to visit my old stomping grounds before the performance. Things sure have changed over the past decade or so. The Grove, being the most obvious, was not even on the drawing board when I used to hang out around the Farmer's Market area. I walked through half of the complex, stopping, irresistibly, at The Cheesecake Factory. I ordered the Kobe Beef burger. Halfway through the meal, I realized that when I saw Cuevas' trio at Spaghettini in Seal Beach, I also had a Kobe Beef burger. But I'm digressing here.
It was a nice warm afternoon, just right for an outdoor concert. Alongside the plaza, the Pentimento restaurant was open to serve patrons desiring to dine while they enjoyed their jazz. If you stood anywhere near the open door to the restaurant, you could tell without looking that seafood was definitely on the menu. From that same vantage point, you could see that the front of the piano provided for the concert had definitely taken its share of cartage battle damage. In the back of the plaza, a bar provided libations. The crowd strolled in at a steady pace and the plaza was quite full by the time the music got underway.
The trio consisted of Carlos Cuevas, pianist and leader of the group, Jimmy Branly on drums, and Dean Taba playing upright bass. Cuevas explained that this was a special performance. Since the release of his CD "Depiction" - from which he played several cuts - the trio rarely gets the opportunity to perform together. So it was a treat for them to join forces again, and a treat for the audience to experience a bit of that chemistry that Carlos and his trio share. It was like a group of old friends reuniting; which it was.
Speaking of the audience, I noticed that they truly enjoyed what they were hearing. Usually at these free concerts the conversation is quite loud, often making it difficult to enjoy the music. Not this time. I was glad to see that. Carlos and his trio were well received by this audience; they applauded enthusiastically after every selection.
One other reason this was a special evening for Carlos and trio was the special guest he announced at the start of the second half of the performance. World-renowned flautist Hubert Laws was on hand and he joined the group for one song. As twilight set in, the (what served as) stage lights came up. Laws and his gold Miramatsu flute seemed to soar. It sounded like Hubert and Carlos had been playing together for years. In fact, Cuevas just returned from a week-long tour in Japan with Laws. I wished Laws would have played a few more numbers with Cuevas but they did exactly what you're supposed to do; leave' em wanting more.
I'm sure Carlos felt quite welcome by this audience and the very positive response they gave his trio all throughout the evening. It must have been even more special for him because almost all of the selections the trio played during the concert were composed by him. It was obvious Carlos, Jimmy, and Dean were enjoying themselves and vibe from the audience. But they played some serious jazz. No question these guys could cut the mustard.
By the time the last number, "Cerveza", came up, it was already 8:00. The last set had gone by so fast that I lost track of time. I had to dash out to get back to the train in time. An abrupt end to a very nice day, to be sure. More drama awaited later on the Red Line. But that story will have to wait for another day.
Carlos Cuevas Trio "Depiction" - Highly recommended
Update: Cuevas has a new CD out entitled "Uninhibited Realm"
Last Friday I decided to go check out the Carlos Cuevas Trio at LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art). LACMA has a series called Friday Night Jazz. It's held outdoors in the Los Angeles Times Court and runs from April through November, 6pm-8pm. Each week a different artist performs. And you can't beat the price of admission; it's free!
Taking the train down to the event meant not having to fight traffic for a change. This gave me a chance to visit my old stomping grounds before the performance. Things sure have changed over the past decade or so. The Grove, being the most obvious, was not even on the drawing board when I used to hang out around the Farmer's Market area. I walked through half of the complex, stopping, irresistibly, at The Cheesecake Factory. I ordered the Kobe Beef burger. Halfway through the meal, I realized that when I saw Cuevas' trio at Spaghettini in Seal Beach, I also had a Kobe Beef burger. But I'm digressing here.
It was a nice warm afternoon, just right for an outdoor concert. Alongside the plaza, the Pentimento restaurant was open to serve patrons desiring to dine while they enjoyed their jazz. If you stood anywhere near the open door to the restaurant, you could tell without looking that seafood was definitely on the menu. From that same vantage point, you could see that the front of the piano provided for the concert had definitely taken its share of cartage battle damage. In the back of the plaza, a bar provided libations. The crowd strolled in at a steady pace and the plaza was quite full by the time the music got underway.
The trio consisted of Carlos Cuevas, pianist and leader of the group, Jimmy Branly on drums, and Dean Taba playing upright bass. Cuevas explained that this was a special performance. Since the release of his CD "Depiction" - from which he played several cuts - the trio rarely gets the opportunity to perform together. So it was a treat for them to join forces again, and a treat for the audience to experience a bit of that chemistry that Carlos and his trio share. It was like a group of old friends reuniting; which it was.
Speaking of the audience, I noticed that they truly enjoyed what they were hearing. Usually at these free concerts the conversation is quite loud, often making it difficult to enjoy the music. Not this time. I was glad to see that. Carlos and his trio were well received by this audience; they applauded enthusiastically after every selection.
One other reason this was a special evening for Carlos and trio was the special guest he announced at the start of the second half of the performance. World-renowned flautist Hubert Laws was on hand and he joined the group for one song. As twilight set in, the (what served as) stage lights came up. Laws and his gold Miramatsu flute seemed to soar. It sounded like Hubert and Carlos had been playing together for years. In fact, Cuevas just returned from a week-long tour in Japan with Laws. I wished Laws would have played a few more numbers with Cuevas but they did exactly what you're supposed to do; leave' em wanting more.
I'm sure Carlos felt quite welcome by this audience and the very positive response they gave his trio all throughout the evening. It must have been even more special for him because almost all of the selections the trio played during the concert were composed by him. It was obvious Carlos, Jimmy, and Dean were enjoying themselves and vibe from the audience. But they played some serious jazz. No question these guys could cut the mustard.
By the time the last number, "Cerveza", came up, it was already 8:00. The last set had gone by so fast that I lost track of time. I had to dash out to get back to the train in time. An abrupt end to a very nice day, to be sure. More drama awaited later on the Red Line. But that story will have to wait for another day.
Carlos Cuevas Trio "Depiction" - Highly recommended
Update: Cuevas has a new CD out entitled "Uninhibited Realm"
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