David Murray

MUSIC
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, AUGUST 28 & 29, 2020
9:00 PM

Village Vanguard Live Stream

$10
https://villagevanguard.com/

When saxophonist David Murray emerged from the Loft Jazz scene in the '70s, he seemed like he was the Savior of Jazz.  He brought Avant-Gutbucket to almost unimagined heights.  He was not only the best Outside player, but probably also the best Inside player — often within the same song!  He has since been so prolific that it's been hard to hear him clearly.  But on a good night, he makes music so good you can hardly believe you're hearing it.  Tonight, he plays in a duo with a longtime collaborator, pianist Lafayette Gilchrist — a format that often brings out the best in Murray.

MAKE A NIGHT OF IT:  King Cole:  pour 2-1/4 oz. Bourbon, 1/2 oz. Fernet Branca, and 1 teaspoon Simple Syrup into an Old Fashioned glass.  Add ice.  Stir.  Garnish with a lemon twist.