Parker, Chris
GPR Records, 2026, CD
Instrument: Piano
Issue: 32.1
Jazz Ruler Type: Bebop
Performance: 4
Sound: 3
Score: 75
O’s Notes: Pianist, composer Chris Parker leads a septet with Doug Beavers (tb), Alejandro Aviles (a-sax, s-sax), Rob Thomas (violin), Dave Riekenberg (b-sax, b-cl), Tony Marino (b), Marko Marcinko (d, bongos, perc), and Luisito Quintero (congas, perc). There’s a twist of Latin on “Just A Thought”, a taste of funk on “Been This Way Before”, “Stages”, & “Boonchaka”. Chris is returning from a debilitating stroke a few years back that left him without the use of his left hand. He’s in full form, celebrating a Reunion and gratitude with his supporters and old tunes. It’s remarkable and enlightening!
Publicist: Lisa Reedy Promotions
