Tim Hegarty
2014
Jazz
Saxophonist Tim Hegarty’s “Tribute” largely pays tribute to mentor Jimmy Heath, who also penned four of the album’s ten tracks. Jazz Times hailed its “murderers’ row of a rhythm section“ featuring NEA Jazz Master Kenny Barron on piano, and A-List veterans like vibraphonist Mark Sherman, bassist Rufus Reid, and drummer Carl Allen.
Willie Williams
2007
Jazz
Saxophonist Willie Williams’ Comet Ride features bassist Gary Wang, and drummer Rudy Walker. AllAboutJazz.com notes: “Williams’ tenor, with lightning speed, dexterity and chops to spare, named [the album] for the roller coaster ride in Hershey Park, Pennsylvania where a much younger Willie Williams experienced his first “Comet” ride.” Climb aboard for an album full of delightful twists and turns.