Other Sounds
Lars Halle Jazz Orchestra
LHJO has been a part of the Philadelphia jazz scene for over five years under the direction of Lars Halle. The band's dedication to performing the original compositions and arrangements of Lars has helped in keeping the big band tradition alive and fresh in the Philadelphia area. LHJO is comprised of some of Philadelphia's top players and has maintained a schedule of acclaimed performances at prominent area venues.
Official Website - check out the promo video!
- Vic Arpeggio » alto solo 0.7 MB
I'll Be Home For Christmas
This was the first album produced at Madison Sound. I produced, played, engineered, mixed, and mastered the whole album in just two days - the longest two days of my life. Special thanks to Brian Howell, Jas Knight, Khary Shaheed, and Dan Paul, all of whom played beautifully on this album - I couldn't have asked for a better group of musicians to accompany me.
- Blue Christmas » tasty morsel 0.5 MB
- Little Drummer Boy » full song 4.3 MB • tasty morsel 0.5 MB
- What Child Is This » full song 3.2 MB • tasty morsel 0.6 MB
- I'll Be Home For Christmas » full song 4.2 MB • tasty morsel 0.7 MB
- Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas » tasty morsel 0.7 MB
- O Holy Night » full song 1.9 MB • tasty morsel 0.5 MB
- Pure Imagination » full song 5.9 MB • tasty morsel 0.5 MB
- Ave Maria » full song 2.4 MB • tasty morsel 0.4 MB
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Classical Saxophone
Selections from the Concertino de Camera by Jacques Ibert.
Matt Davis
Matt is a great guitarist who delicate and introspective approach to playing and composing has established him as an important part of Philadelphia's musical community. Matt's group, Ariel Photography, is a chamber jazz ensemble dedicated to performing Matt's original compositions. They perform in and around Philadelphia regularly.
The Midiri Brothers
The Midiri Bothers are nationally acclaimed musicians from New Jersey who regularly play up and down the East Coast. I have had the great honor of playing lead tenor in their 16-piece big band orchestra which features authentic yet creative performances of the music of Benny Goodman, Lionel Hampton, Artie Shaw, Red Norvo, as well as many others. In addition to their orchestra, the Midiri Borthers also lead an incredible sextet that has headlined jazz festivals thoughout the U.S. You have to check these guys out!
Unaccompanied Saxophone
Some clips from the Solo Sessions.
From the Archives
These are two interesting recordings I came across about a year ago from back in day. The first one was recorded live at a PA District Orchestra concert while I was a junior in high school. The second one was recorded live at Heinz Hall in Pittburgh, PA while I was a senior.
See also the student recordings page under Students for sound clips of ensembles I've directed.