Yoron Israel - Basic Traneing (2003)

Tracklist

01. Basic Traneing
02. Afro Blue
03. Sayeeda's Song Flute
04. Her All
05. Impressions
06. Better Days
07. Tippin'
08. Mr. JC
09. Like Sonny
10. Lonnie's Lament
11. Basic Traneing Reprise

Yoron Israel, a native Chicagoan, is one of the most gifted and sought after musicians in the music industry today. Yoron's exciting and tasteful drumming, along with his compositional talents are spotlighted throughout his recordings; "VISIONS" - The Music of Stevie Wonder (Ronja Music), "Basic Traneing" (Ronja Music), "Chicago" (Double Time), "Live at the Blue Note" (Half Note) and "A Gift for You" (Ronja Music). All of these fine works have received enthusiastic praise from journalists, musical peers and fans alike. They represent the extensive depth of Yoron Israel's musicianship as he continues to evolve as a leader. He brings his unique influences and experiences in Jazz, World Styles, Gospel, Contemporary Christian, Funk, R & B and Orchestral idioms full circle with his compositions, arrangements, repertoire and ensemble concept: "Music to be enjoyed by all". As Jack DeJohnette quotes, "A Gift for You" is a sparkling musical offering from a drummer who has good taste. He has a sense of direction and a feeling of joy in his drumming, compositions and arrangements. Yoron Israel is an important voice you should listen to."

Yoron leads the Boston based quartet "High Standards", which is featured on his latest release "VISIONS" - The Music of Stevie Wonder. The quartet currently features; Laszlo Gardony - piano/keyboard, Lance Bryant - tenor & soprano saxophones and Henry Lugo - bass, along with special guests Larry Roland - spoken word and Thaddeus Hagarth - harmonica and guitar. This core foursome represents a depth of virtuosity and musical cohesiveness that is infectious. This ensemble is committed to forging ahead "new standards" for the 21st century; adding a personalized perspective to familiar performance, compositional and arrangement references that will become common repertoire of choice for future generations of jazz musicians.

"Basic Traneing", reached number three on the National Jazz chart in 2004. It features his organ trio "Organic" with organist Kyle Koehler, guitarist Ed Cherry, along with special guests Jay Hoggard (vibraphone/ marimba) and Billy Pierce (tenor and soprano saxophone). Yoron's "Organic", performs original compositions and works associated with the soulful musical legacies of Jimmy Smith, Jack McDuff, Jimmy McGriff, Charles Earland and Dr. Lonnie Smith while highlighting the versatility and virtuosity of the trio.

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