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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKDavid FinckDavid Finck by Hip-BoneMusic2021-11-161h 06Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMarshall GilkesHip-Bone Music is thrilled to present our first bone2pick interview since the pandemic started in March. We welcome the great Marshall Gilkes to the show for our 85th bone2pick interview. Having just released his 6th CD as a solo artist (Waiting To Continue), Marshall sits down with MD to discuss the new recording, playing with the Maria Schneider Jazz Orchestra, his new appointment as lead trombonist of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, recording his own big band projects with the WDR band in Cologne, Germany, teaching at the Manhattan School of Music and navigating through the new normal of...2020-11-0344 minHip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKRaul Agraz & Manuel RuizHip-Bone Music proudly brings an international flavor to our bone2pick series with a dynamic sit down featuring two of New York’s finest trumpet players, Raul Agraz and Maneco Ruiz. A native of Venezuela, Raul shares his thoughts on crafting a successful playing career in his native country and then repeating that in New York, his exceptional ability to fit into any and all musical environments, holding down the first trumpet chair on a long running hit Broadway show and developing his voice as a solo artist. The pride of Ponce, Puerto Rico, Maneco looks back on growing up in...2020-03-131h 01
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJim RotondiWe are thrilled to round out our 2019 bone2pick season featuring one of the most acclaimed and in-demand trumpet players on the international jazz scene, the great Jim Rotondi. We caught up with Jim a few weeks back when he was in New York playing at Dizzy’s. He was gracious enough to sit down with us and discuss his very musical upbringing in Montana, the formative North Texas years, the early days of being in New York and landing his first major gig with Ray Charles, forging his successful solo career, co-founding the super group One For All and ma...2019-12-1642 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKSteve DavisCelebrate March Madness Hip-Bone Music style with an inspiring, energizing and extremely entertaining sit down featuring the master of all things hard bop and beyond, jazz trombone legend Steve Davis. Stevie D takes us through his extraordinary three decade long journey at the forefront of the international jazz scene with insights on the many ways Jackie McLean changed his life, being in Art Blakey’s last Jazz Messengers band, forming the cooperative sextet One for All, recording and touring with Chick Corea, sitting next to Freddie Hubbard, becoming friends with Lord (Cedar) Walton and much more. Great stories and memories fr...2019-03-111h 07
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKCarol JantschHappy New Year from Hip-Bone Music! We are thrilled to kick off our 2019 with an inspiring and energizing sit down featuring the great Carol Jantsch. Principal Tuba of the Philadelphia Orchestra since 2006, Carol shares her extraordinary journey from winning the position in Philly while still a senior at the University of Michigan (and not getting into Tanglewood that same year), to forging a path as a tuba soloist, forming her tuba/euph cover band Tubular, starting a non profit called Tubas for Good to help students in Philadelphia get quality tubas and of course, winning a tuba throwing competition. Kick...2019-01-0738 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKEd NeumeisterHappy Holidays to all from Hip-Bone Music!
We are thrilled to round out our 2018 bone2pick season (and 75th b2p interview!!) featuring a heartfelt, inspiring sit down with trombonist / composer / conductor extraordinaire Ed Neumeister. At the forefront of the international jazz and creative music scene for over 40 years, Ed generously shares his thoughts on his formative years in San Francisco working with everyone from Jerry Garcia to the San Francisco Symphony, his important move to NYC ultimately spending 19 years with the seminal Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra, relocating to Graz, Austria becoming professor of jazz trombone at the University of...2018-12-0353 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKConrad HerwigHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". October 2014: Michael Davis interviews Conrad Herwig. http://www.hip-bonemusic.com2018-10-081h 14
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKTriton Brass QuintetHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". September 2014: Michael Davis interviews Triton Brass.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMatt PiersonHip-Bone Music heads back to school bone2pick style by interviewing internationally renown jazz producer and record executive, Mr. Matt Pierson. Matt generously takes us through his extraordinary journey starting out as a jazz trumpet player, cutting his biz chops by working in a Miami record store, leading Blue Note’s marketing and A & R departments and ultimately ascending to Vice President of Warner Bros. His award winning producing discography reads like a who’s who of jazz and includes Brad Mehldau, Joshua Redman, Pat Metheny, Bob James, Kirk Whalum, Jane Monheit and countless others. Matt also shares his exceptional insi...2018-09-101h 13
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJoe MaganarelliBone2Pick July 2018: As we get ready to celebrate our national day of independence here in the U.S., Hip-Bone Music and Bone2Pick proudly present our own national treasure from the world of jazz and brass, the great Joe Magnarelli. Joe graciously sits down with Michael to discuss his extraordinary, three decade long career as one of the most respected and in demand trumpet players on the international jazz scene. His twelve CDs as a solo artist, as well as his years performing and recording with the likes of Lionel Hampton, Jack McDuff, Harry Connick Jr., Toshiko Akiyoshi, Maria...2018-08-2037 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKGary GrantHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". August 2014: Michael Davis interviews Gary Grant. http://www.hip-bonemusic.com
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBill WatrousHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". July 2014: Michael Davis interviews Bill Watrous. http://www.hip-bonemusic.com
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKVic FirthHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". June 2014: Michael Davis interviews Vic Firth. http://www.hip-bonemusic.com
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKErik RalskeDecember 2016: We close out our 2016 Bone2Pick season with a stimulating sit down featuring one of the great French Horn players of all-time, Mr. Erik Ralske. Currently principal horn of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra since 2010, Erik previously held positions in the New York Philharmonic, the symphonies of Houston, Vancouver and Florida, as well as cutting his teeth with the Tulsa Philharmonic. Active worldwide as a soloist, chamber musician, guest lecturer and teacher, Erik is on faculty at both the Juilliard School and Mannes College. Grab some eggnog, kick back and enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMalcolm McNabHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". May 2014: Michael Davis interviews Malcolm McNab.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJohn ClarkBone2Pick heats up our summer season by sitting down with the legendary trailblazer of the french horn, the great John Clark. John graciously shares his thoughts on sustaining an extraordinary four-decade long career as one of New York’s top call horn players. He takes us through his journey of working with the likes of Joni Mitchell, Ornette Coleman, Jaco Pastorius, McCoy Tyner, Pat Metheny, Frank Sinatra, John Scofield, LL Cool J, Billy Joel, Leonard Bernstein, Sting and of course his longtime association and friendship with the iconic Gil Evans. Enjoy this exceptional retrospective of one of the great Ne...2018-06-1849 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKNick MarchioneNovember 2016 kicks into high gear with our insightful sit down with the incomparable maestro of the trumpet, the great Nick Marchione.
One of New York’s elite lead players, Nick generously discusses his illustrious career including growing up in a very musical family in Philadelphia, studying with the legendary Vincent Penzarella, landing a position in the orchestra of the mega hit Broadway musical The Producers at age 19, becoming the lead trumpet player with the venerable Vanguard Jazz Orchestra and working with the one and only Prince.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKTom "Bones" MaloneHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". April 2014: Michael Davis interviews Tom "Bones" Malone.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKRob MounseyWhat do James Taylor, Rihanna, Aaron Neville, Natalie Cole, Steely Dan, Brian Wilson, Paul Simon, Diana Krall, Madonna, Diana Ross, Michael Franks, Eric Clapton, Chaka Khan, Karen Carpenter and Idina Menzel have in common? They have all enlisted the extraordinary talents of our Bone2Pick artist of the month for October 2016, the great Rob Mounsey. A six-time Grammy Award nominee and two-time Emmy Award winner, Rob Mounsey is the ultimate musician’s musician. Whether he is utilizing his talents as an arranger, producer, conductor or pianist, Rob is one of the most revered and respected musicians in New York and be...2018-05-211h 11
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKLew SoloffHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". March 2014: Michael Davis interviews Lew Soloff.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKSteven BernsteinAugust 2016 is all about SEX here at Hip-Bone Music. As in SEXMOB and an enlightening interview with trumpeter, slide trumpeter, arranger, musical director and creator of the iconic, cult band SEXMOB. Steven Bernstein discusses his early musical influences growing up in Berkeley, playing with Wynton Marsalis his first week in New York, his years with John Lurie and the Lounge Lizards, his work with a myriad of artists from Radiohead to Bill Frisell to Lou Reed, and leading his own groups Millennial Territory Orchestra, Butler/Bernstein & the Hot 9 and of course SEXMOB. Enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKSteve TurreHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". Feb 2014: Michael Davis interviews Steve Turre.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJim SelfBone2Pick proudly goes lower than low in July 2016 featuring our artist of the month, tuba/ fluba recording artist Jim Self. One of the most recorded tuba players in the history of the instrument, Jim has appeared on over 1,500 motion picture soundtracks including featured solos on Jurassic Park, Close Encounters of the 3rd Kind, Casper, Sleepless in Seattle and the classic Dennis the Menace. Throughout his illustrious career in the Los Angeles studios, Jim has recorded with Cassandra Wilson, Claus Ogerman, Randy Newman, Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Don Ellis and the LA Philharmonic, to name just a few. He has...2018-04-1642 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKDavid KraussBone2Pick jumps into spring by sitting down with the principal trumpet of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, the great David Krauss. David generously shares his thoughts and insights on a variety of subjects, including the importance of his four main teachers (William Vacchiano, James Pandolfi, Chris Gekker and Wynton Marsalis), his Juilliard years, highlights of 17 years with the MET, guesting with orchestras around the world, his favorite conductors and the keys to a successful audition. Enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKRalph SauerHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". January 2014: Michael Davis interviews Ralph Sauer.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKGordon GoodwinHAPPY FIVE O……as in Hip-Bone Music’s 50th Bone2Pick interview from June 2016! We celebrate this milestone with an energizing sit down featuring Grammy Award winning composer/arranger Gordon Goodwin. Gordon generously and candidly shares his thoughts on the state of his uber popular Big Phat Band, how he got started in the intense motion picture and television scoring business, what it’s like to conduct world class orchestras and where he sees the future of the music business. The perfect way to celebrate Bone2Pick’s 50th interview. Enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKAlex IlesBone2Pick proudly presents trombonist extraordinaire Alex Iles as our featured artist for the month of May 2016. One of LA’s top call studio musicians and most versatile low brass artists, Alex discusses the many facets of his illustrious career including recording with Prince, Joe Cocker, Henry Mancini, John Williams, Terence Blanchard, to name a few; lending his trademark sound to the motion picture soundtracks of The Incredibles, Polar Express, National Treasure, Pirates of the Caribbean, Planet of the Apes, among many others; and performing with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Long Beach Symphony and Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. Enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJohn DaversaBone2Pick hits the road and heads to the sunshine state for a dynamic sit down with the brilliant and incomparable John Daversa. Multiple Grammy Award nominee and Chair of the Studio Music and Jazz program at the preeminent Frost School of Music of the University of Miami, John generously shares his insight, vision and passion on a variety of topics including his love for teaching and his students, leading and writing for his renown John Daversa Progressive Big Band, building his exceptionally successful career as a player, composer and educator in Los Angeles, what it takes to get into...2018-03-0548 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBob McChesneyHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". Dec 2013: Michael Davis interviews Bob McChesney.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJeff BealBone2Pick proudly presents composer extraordinaire, internationally acclaimed jazz artist/trumpeter and 4-time Emmy award winner Jeff Beal as our artist of the month for April. Jeff generously sits down with Michael to discuss his early years in New York and San Francisco, scoring the feature film Pollack, composing music for the mega-hit show House of Cards, his myriad of commissioned works and the creation of the Beal Institute for Film Music & Contemporary Media at the Eastman School of Music. Don’t miss this inspiring sit down with one of the most prolific and respected composers in Hollywood.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKLiving Jazz ArchivesBone2pick heads to the venerable William Patterson University and their extraordinary Living Jazz Archives for a look at some of the most prized artifacts in the history of jazz. Curator/Professor David Dempsey and Professor Pete McGuinness take us on an insiders look at all things Clark Terry - date books, horns, mutes, original lead sheets, a treasure trove of original Thad Jones scores and recordings and everything from practice notebooks, original board cassette tapes, hand written manuscript, even a high school yearbook from the one and only Michael Brecker. It’s like being a kid in a candy st...2018-02-0550 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKDan GordonHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". November 2013: Michael Davis interviews Dan Gordon.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKDick OattsBone2Pick goes outside our brass box for the month of March 2016 featuring a stimulating sit down with the incomparable saxophonist and lead alto virtuoso Dick Oatts. Dick graciously shares his thoughts about growing up in Iowa, the phenomenal story of how he ended up on the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra, his contribution to the super group Flim & the BBs, what he looks for in a lead trumpet and lead trombone player, his professorship at Temple University and his thoughts on his buddies in the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. Enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKGil GoldsteinHappy New Year to all from Hip-Bone Music!
No better way to kick off our 2018 bone2pick series than by sitting down with the always virtuosic, always ingenious and always impassioned, Dr. Gil Goldstein. As only he can, Gil takes us on an insightful and entertaining ride through the highlights of his extraordinary career. Meeting Pat Martino for the first time in the mid 70s, the influence of his longtime friend and mentor Gil Evans, his decades of work with Pat Metheny and Michael Brecker, starting out on the accordion at age 5 and ultimately becoming the world’s second greatest ac...2018-01-151h 29
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJulie LandsmanFebruary 2016 celebrates the incredible life and career of a true virtuosic pioneer, the great Julie Landsman. Julie graciously sits down with Michael to discuss her extraordinary 25 year run as principal horn of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, her first principal job in the Houston Symphony, what it’s like to be a trailblazer in the world of brass, how she became one of the great french horn teachers of all-time, her relationship with the late great Carmine Caruso, what it’s like to be “retired” and even how she became the subject of a chapter in Malcolm Gladwell’s New York Times best...2017-12-1950 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKChuck FindleyHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". Sept 2013: Michael Davis interviews Chuck Findley.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKTed HallHappy Holidays from Hip-Bone Music! We hope 2017 has been filled with success and happiness for all and that you’ve enjoyed our bone2pick series along the way. We close out the year featuring a dynamic sit down with winemaker, musician, restauranteur, entrepreneur, and philanthropist extraordinaire Ted Hall.
Ted generously shares his thoughts on his award winning Long Meadow Ranch winery, founding Monarch Records and recording the likes of Art Farmer and Cedar Walton, helping guide SF Jazz into one of the preeminent jazz organizations anywhere in the world and his basic philosophy to finding success in life. Enjoy our fi...2017-12-0423 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJustin DiCioccioJustin DiCioccio by Hip-BoneMusic2017-11-271h 12
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMarshall Gilkes and Ryan KeberleHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". July 2013: Michael Davis interviews Marshall Gilkes and Ryan Keberle.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKAlan FerberThe month of Thanksgiving finds us most grateful for the opportunity to sit down with the brilliant Grammy nominated composer/trombonist/band leader Alan Ferber. One of the most in demand musicians on the international jazz scene, Alan has just released his 8th acclaimed CD as a leader – Jigsaw. Alan’s myriad touring and recording credits include Esperanza Spalding, Ted Nash, Miguel Zenon, Lee Konitz, Sufjan Stevens, The National, Paul Simon and Peter Gabriel. Universally praised by critics worldwide, Alan’s music was perfectly described by The Wall Street Journal as “somehow both old school and cutting edge.” Enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKTim HagansHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". December 2015: How better to celebrate the holidays and close out 2015 than a stimulating conversation with one of the most inventive, creative and dynamic trumpeters of any generation, the transcendent Tim Hagans. Tim sits down with Michael for an open conversation on anything and everything, including his tenure with the Stan Kenton Orchestra, touring and recording with the likes of Dexter Gordon, Thad Jones, Joe Lovano and Bob Belden, his love of the Cincinnati Reds and disdain for the designated hitter, his 15 years as artistic director of the Norrbotten Big Band, his work with the...2017-10-161h 24
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBen BaldanzaHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". June 2013: Michael Davis interviews Ben Baldanza.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMark Lawrence And Paul WelcomerBone2Pick heads west for an impromptu sit down with two San Francisco Symphony stalwarts, former principal trombonist Mark Lawrence and current trombonist Paul Welcomer. Mark and Paul generously share their thoughts on what it takes to build a successful orchestral career, how to navigate through the demanding audition process, what playing qualities they value most in colleagues and students and who their major influences were outside of the trombone. Filmed at Long Meadow Ranch Winery in Napa Valley, CA. Enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKSteve ShiresHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". November 2015: Michael Davis interviews Steve Shires.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKPhil MyersHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". May 2013: Michael Davis interviews Phil Myers.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKEric EwazenBone2Pick heads back to school with an inspired sit down showcasing one of the great American composers of our time, Mr. Eric Ewazen. Today’s preeminent composer of music for brass soloists and ensembles, Eric shares his incredible insight on a number of topics including the influence of his Ukrainian heritage in his music, his humble beginnings as a composer in New York, his process of starting a new composition, his approach to composing for newly discovered instruments, his advice on building success in this exceptionally challenging profession and what it’s like to compose for the greatest performers and...2017-09-0559 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKScott HartmanHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". October 2015: Michael Davis interviews Scott Hartman.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKDave TaylorHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". April 2013: Michael Davis interviews Dave Taylor.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMichael Dease & Mike RodriguezHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". September 2015: Michael Davis interviews Michael Dease and Mike Rodriquez.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKDoug PurvianceBone2Pick heats up the month of August with a dynamic sit down featuring the omnipotent Douglas Purviance. A Grammy Award winning producer, bass trombonist extraordinaire and contractor to the jazz world’s most elite artists, Douglas’s exceptional 40 year career has included his long time association with the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra (Thad Jones/Mel Lewis), being a charter member of the Carnegie Hall Jazz Band, cutting his teeth early on with the Stan Kenton Orchestra and recording/performing with the likes of Joe Henderson, JJ Johnson, Ron Carter, Dizzy Gillespie, Christian McBride and Slide Hampton. Informative, insightful and hysterical. Enjo...2017-08-0855 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBoston Symphony Orchestra Trombone SectionHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". March 2013: Michael Davis interviews the Boston Symphony Orchestra trombone section.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMark GouldHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". August 2015: Michael Davis interviews Mark Gould.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJoe AlessiHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". December 2012: Michael Davis interviews Joe Alessi.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBob MillikanHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". July 2015: Michael Davis interviews Bob Millikan.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMarcus PrintupBone2pick heats up for the month of July with a heartfelt and informative interview with the incomparable Marcus Printup. A member of the iconic Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra since 1993, Marcus shares his thoughts on growing up in Conyers, GA, his important relationship with the great Wynton Marsalis, recording his 14 CDs as a solo artist, performing and recording with Betty Carter, Marcus Roberts and Diane Reeves, his relationship with the late, great Freddie Hubbard and starting RiMarcable Publications with his wife Riza. Sit back and enjoy!
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKGene PokornyHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". November 2012: Michael Davis interviews Gene Pokorny.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJohn FedchockHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". June 2015: Michael Davis interviews John Fedchock.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKRandy BreckerHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". October 2012: Michael Davis interviews Randy Brecker.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKEarl GardnerBone2pick rolls into summer featuring a dynamic sit down with true brass royalty, the mighty Earl of Gardner. One of the jazz world’s premier lead trumpet players, Earl graciously and generously shares his thoughts on growing up in NYC, the unlikely meeting that led to him joining the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis band, what Thad was like on and off the bandstand, working with the likes of McCoy Tyner and JJ Johnson, holding down the trumpet chair in the iconic Saturday Night Live band for over three decades and how he got his legendary nickname. A great way to...2017-06-051h 27
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKScott WendholtHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". May 2015: Michael Davis interviews Scott Wendholt.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKPeter ErskineHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick" . September 2012: Michael Davis interviews Peter Erskine.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKCharles VernonHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". April 2015: Michael Davis interviews Charles Vernon.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBill ReichenbachHip-Bone Music presents the interview series, "Bone2Pick" featuring trombonist Michael Davis. In this edition, he interviews bass trombone legend, Bill Reichenbach.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKDennis MackrelBone2pick ventures outside of our brass box with an inspiring sit down with the czar of the drum throne, the incomparable Dennis Mackrel. One of the most respected and in-demand drummers anywhere in the world, Dennis generously shares his thoughts and memories on meeting Joe Williams for the first time as a student at UNLV, his long time association with the legendary Count Basie orchestra, his tenure with the inimitable Hank Jones, how he turned himself into a first class composer/arranger and his passion for jazz education. Enjoy this interview with one of the true class acts of...2017-05-011h 00
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBroadway Brass RoundtableHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". March 2015: Michael Davis leads a Broadway Brass roundtable discussion, with Bob Millikan, Tony Kadleck, Keith O'Quinn, Randy Andos, Tino Gagliardi.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKPhil SmithHip-Bone Music's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick." February 2013: Michael Davis interviews Phil Smith. http://hip-bonemusic.com2017-04-1844 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMichael LeonhartHip-Bone Music kicks the spring bone2pick season into high gear with a dynamic and insightful sit down with one of New York’s most creative and inventive trumpeters / composers / arrangers / conductors / band leaders, the incomparable Michael Leonhart. Michael graciously shares his thoughts and memories on growing up in a very musical NYC household, winning a Grammy at 17, being named ABC’s Person of the Week, anchoring Steely Dan’s incredible horn section for over 20 years, performing and recording with a who’s who of music legends including James Brown, Ringo Starr, Brian Eno, Henry Mancini, Yoko Ono, Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Mc...2017-04-111h 09
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKMason BrothersHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". February 2015: Michael Davis interviews the Mason Brothers. http://www.hip-bonemusic.com2017-04-031h 00
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKChris BottiHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". January 2013: Michael Davis interviews Chris Botti.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKTerell StaffordHip-BoneMusic's monthly interview series, "Bone2Pick". January 2015: Michael Davis interviews Terell Stafford.
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Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKBob MintzerI've had the pleasure of knowing and working with Bob Mintzer for over 25 years. Simply stated, he is one of my heroes. I will never forget hearing the first incarnations of Bob's big band at Seventh Avenue South in the 1980s. They were some of the most electrifying and inspiring nights of music I have ever experienced. Bob continues to inspire all who hear him and are fortunate enough to play his music. I am honored and grateful to have been a member of his big band for the past two decades. It was a pleasure to sit down with...2017-03-1344 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKAlex SipiaginThe pride of Yaroslavl, Russia and one of the world’s preeminent jazz trumpet players is our featured bone2pick artist for the month of March. After arriving in New York City in 1991, the great Alex Sipiagin has gone on to forge one of the most prolific and distinguished careers in the world of jazz and brass playing. Alex candidly discusses the circumstances that brought him to America, cutting his teeth with the Gil Evans and Mingus big bands, landing coveted positions in Michael Brecker and Dave Holland’s ensembles and recording over 15 albums as a solo artist. A fresh, dyna...2017-03-0652 min
bone2pickB2P 027 - Chris Gekker presented by Hip-BoneMusicI first became aware of the great Chris Gekker as a student at the Eastman School of Music. His impeccable reputation had lived on at the school well after he departed. I went on to have the distinct pleasure to work with Chris many times on a great variety of projects in New York. His musicianship and versatility have astounded me every time we have played together. In addition to his exceptional playing, he is one of the most sought after teachers in the world of brass. Having the opportunity to interview Chris for bone2pick was an invaluable...2014-12-3156 minbone2pickB2P 026 - Gene Pokorny presented by Hip-BoneMusicI first worked with Gene Pokorny when he played on my CD, Brass Nation. His playing was sublime and he was an absolute pleasure to work with. Everyone, and I do mean everyone, says the same thing about Gene: the greatest musician to ever pick up a tuba and the greatest guy you’d ever want to be around. I’m grateful that Gene also played on my New Brass CD, as well as collaborating with me on the 20 Minute Warm-Up for Tuba. Every time I see Gene or get to work with him, it’s inspiring. This interview was no...2014-12-3056 minbone2pickB2P 025 - Chuck Findley presented by Hip-BoneMusicChuck Findley is one of my heroes. The Wall Street Journal front page, feature article on Chuck from the early ’80s hung on my college dorm room wall for a year. He has set the standard for what it means to be a studio musician for five decades. I first met Chuck and heard him live at a Manhattan Transfer recording session in Los Angeles in 1983, a session that also featured Jerry Hey, Gary Grant, Bill Reichenbach and Charlie Loper. It changed my life as a brass player. Years later, I was fortunate to get Chuck to play on my...2014-12-2856 minbone2pickB2P 024 - Ben Baldanza presented by Hip-BoneMusicI had the great pleasure of meeting Ben Baldanza last summer online when he ordered my Shires signature trombone through Hip-Bone Music. After several emails and a few more orders of books and arrangements, I felt like I was a friend of Ben’s. Ben and I have kept in touch regularly over the past year and we finally met in person when we recorded this interview in the spring. From the moment I met Ben, I felt like I was reunited with an old friend. Ben is extremely bright and forward thinking, very open and candid, and exceptionally ge...2014-12-2456 minbone2pickB2P 023 - Tom Bones Malone presented by Hip-BoneMusicI have had the pleasure of knowing Bones Malone for the better part of 30 years. When I first moved to New York in the mid-80s, Tom was kind enough to send me in on some much needed gigs to sub for him. I’ve always been grateful to him for those opportunities. Tom’s exemplary musicianship has been obvious to everyone who has ever played with him. On top of this musical excellence, he possesses the rare quality of being an individual you always look forward to seeing and hanging with. Thanks Tom for everything!
—Michael Davis2014-12-2156 minbone2pickB2P 022 - Randy Brecker presented by Hip-BoneMusicRandy Brecker has been a hero of mine since I heard my first Brecker Brothers album back in the ’70s. His playing and writing changed the way I approach music, as it has for hundreds of other musicians. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have had the opportunity to play on one of Randy’s solo records, as well as having him play on several of my projects. It is our good fortune that Randy took time out of his busy schedule to share his thoughts about music and his astounding career. Enjoy!
—Michael Davis
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—Michael Davis
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—Michael Davis
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—Micha...2013-06-0200 minbone2pickB2P 005 - Bill Reichenbach presented by Hip-BoneMusicI had the pleasure of meeting Bill Reichenbach at the Eastman School of Music in 1982. He came back to school as a guest artist when I was a student and was already one of my heroes. His virtuosity and consummate musicianship continue to inspire all who are fortunate enough to work with him or hear him play. I had the pleasure of collaborating with Bill on three CDs, Bonetown, New Brass and Brass Nation. His presence took those projects to a level they would not have attained without him. Like they always say about basketball legend Larry Bird, Bill...2013-05-0200 minbone2pickB2P 004 - Boston Symphony Trombones presented by Hip-BoneMusicI had the distinct pleasure of being the guest artist at this year’s Brass Bash at the New England Conservatory in February. In addition to working and performing with the very talented students of NEC, I was extremely privileged to perform one of my pieces with the BSO trombone section, as well as performing my Trombone Institute of Technology with Jim Markey. Days later, I’m still jazzed from the opportunity to play with these great artists. Toby, Steve and Jim are off and running as they begin to form a dynasty section in Boston. The next time you’...2013-04-0100 minbone2pickB2P 003 - Phil Smith presented by Hip-BoneMusicI have had the incredible pleasure of working with the great Phil Smith on numerous recording sessions in New York, as well as many of my Hip-Bone Music projects. Every time I hear him play, I feel totally inspired and gain a sense of clarity about what a brass instrument should sound like. He possesses, without question, the finest trumpet sound I have ever heard. His virtuosic musicianship is not limited to his sound. His sense of pitch, rhythmic feel and musical flexibility are simply as good as it gets. It is a humbling experience to work with someone...2013-03-0248 minbone2pickB2P 002 - Chris Botti presented by Hip-BoneMusicMeeting Chris Botti for the first time in 1984, I had the distinct impression that he was destined for greatness. Chris is one of the most inspiring, intelligent, driven and talented individuals I have ever known. Working with Chris has made my own career better than it could have been without that association. He’s a trailblazer in everyway and continues to forge ahead with arguably the most successful career in the history of brass playing. I am grateful to Chris for sitting down with us this month to discuss his incredible vision, motivation and musicianship. I hope you enjoy th...2013-02-0255 minbone2pickB2P 001 - Bob Mintzer presented by Hip-BoneMusicI've had the pleasure of knowing and working with Bob Mintzer for over 25 years. Simply stated, he is one of my heroes. I will never forget hearing the first incarnations of Bob's big band at Seventh Avenue South in the 1980s. They were some of the most electrifying and inspiring nights of music I have ever experienced. Bob continues to inspire all who hear him and are fortunate enough to play his music. I am honored and grateful to have been a member of his big band for the past two decades. It was a pleasure to sit down...2012-12-0246 min