MP3 Steve Grover Quintet - Between Now And After

The music is rooted in the post-bop tradition, with strong melodies and interesting,colorful harmony

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JAZZ: Bebop, JAZZ: Post-Bop

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Drummer/composer/bandleader Steve Grover announces the release of his latest CD Between Now And After. The music features a quintet comprised of David Wells, tenor saxophone; Tim Sessions, trombone; Tony Gaboury, guitar; Chris Van Voorst Van Beest, bass; and Steve Grover, drums. All of the compositions are originals written by Steve Grover, the 1994 winner of The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Composers Competition. The music is rooted in the post-bop tradition with strong melodies and interesting, colorful harmony.

âItâs no exaggeration to say that every cut is a winner...There is a lot to hear, think about and enjoy on this great new CD from a Maine jazz master in his prime.â -Up Beat 4/07

In a recent review of a live performance by the Steve Grover Quintet, Steve Feeney wrote, âThe brass/reeds frontline gave the combo a varied voice, alternating unison lines with dialogues and musical squabblesâ¦Like the finest of drummer/bandleaders, [Groverâs] presence is felt at every moment of the music, providing a rhythmic environment of power and feeling.â-Maine Sunday Telegram 2/26/06


Steve Grover, drums: Steve has led groups in the New England area since the mid 1980s. A Maine native, he teaches at The University of Maine at Augusta (where he received his degree in music), Bowdoin College and Bates College. In 1994, Steve won the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz/BMI Jazz Composers Competition, and in 1996 was a winner in JAZZIZ Magazine's "Percussion On Fire" talent search. Steve has released six CDs, with good reviews appearing in Down Beat, JazzTimes, and Cadence magazines. In addition to performing with his own groups and with clarinetist Brad Terry, Steve has performed with Buddy Tate, Jay McShann, Eddie Gomez, Chris Potter, Marvin Stamm, and many others. Steve lives in Farmingdale, Maine.

Tim Sessions, trombone: Tim Sessions is originally from South Dakota, traveling east to attend The Berklee College of Music. While in Boston he became a member of the acclaimed ensemble led by guitarist and composer Baird Hersey, The Year of The Ear. After recording two Arista albums with The Year of The Ear, Tim moved to New York City, where he hooked up for a hitch with singer Lou Rawls, before moving to Maine in 1981. Tim lived, performed and taught in Maine until 1990, when he left for New York again to attend The Manhattan School of Music, where he earned his Masterâs degree. Currently Tim is a highly respected New York City trombonist whose primary gig is the award winning musical âThe Producersâ on Broadway. In addition, Tim is a member of The Dave Liebman Big Band, recording a well-received CD in 2004. Tim also has a critically acclaimed CD of his own entitled 'And Another Thing', which features Kenny Werner, Tony Sherr and John Hollenbeck.

David Wells, tenor saxophone: Originally from the San Francisco Bay area, saxophonist David Wells is a bright light on the Maine jazz scene. He has performed and toured with Rosemary Clooney, and performed with other jazz artists, including Joe Henderson and Bob Mintzer. Prior to moving to Maine in 2002, David lived in London, participating in the vibrant jazz scene there. Davidâs current activities include a collaborative trio with guitarist Tony Gaboury and drummer Steve Grover, who produced a CD in 2006 entitled The Garden Above, which was considered a Top Ten CD for 2006 by The Portland Phoenix. Dave is also a highly respected teacher. He currently lives in Westbrook ME with his wife and daughter.

Tony Gaboury, guitar: Tony is a highly regarded guitarist and educator currently teaching at The Berklee College of Music. He has performed with many artists, including Bruce Saunders, George Garzone, John Patitucci, and many others. Tonyâs own CD Empathy is on Invisible Music Records. The AMG Guide says of this album, âInteresting, well-playedâ¦This album is a fine session of engrossing music and is recommended.â

Chris Van Voorst Van Beest, bass: : Chris is currently making a name for himself as one of the finest jazz bassists on the New York City jazz scene. A graduate of the University of New Hampshire, Chris taught at the University of Maine @ Augusta from 1997 - 2002. He has performed with Clark Terry, Chris Potter, Louis Bellson, Danilo Perez, Brad Terry, and many others. Chris has recorded with many artists, including The Kalifactors, a group of like-minded young musicians who recorded for the Fresh Sounds New Talent label. Chris is also featured on alto saxophonist Jeremy Udden's latest FSNT CD.