JEFF ELLWOOD, The Sounds Around the House
Musicians often wax hyperbolic when it comes to praising their compatriots, Alan Pasqua touts Jeff Ellwood as “one of my favorite tenor saxophonists on the planet,” he speaks from a place of heartfelt experience – Ellwood was part of the legendary pianist’s band for seven prolific years. Their built in, seamless and dynamic saxophone-piano chemistry is the driving force behind Ellwood’s long anticipated debut album The Sounds Around the House – a multi-faceted ensemble date a