Albums Featuring - Mark Whitecage
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Catalog Number: CIMP 211
Canticles for the New MillenniumJay Rosen (Drums), Vinny Golia (Clarinet), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), Mark Whitecage (Moosecall)Jay Rosen, sensitive and dynamic drummer on many fine CIMP sessions, steps out for his debut as a leader and it's impressive. Leading a bassless quartet made up of some of today's most dymnamic players, he not only lifts and drives some intense music but manages to integrate his dynamics in both a supportive and take-charge way. Rosen with Golia, Smoker, and Whitecage: a gutsy move with wondrous results. Recorded Sept. 1 & 2, 1999.Catalog Number: CIMP 193
Research On the EdgeMark Whitecage (Alto Saxophone), Sabir Mateen (Alto Saxophone), Chris Dahlgren (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)Mark Whitecage is one of the premier improvisors of his generation and, in this configuration, he and Mateen suggest the Al and Zoot of post-Bop music. The group operates from an exceptional level of intellect and instinct, truly living up to the disc's name. Recorded February 2, 1999.Catalog Number: CIMP 180
Mark-n-Marshall: TuesdayMarshall Allen (Alto Saxophone), Mark Whitecage (Clarinet), Dominic Duval (Bass), Luqman Ali (Drums)The second day of the session that introduced these two masters to one another, with a topnotch rhythm section (the first day is Catalog Number: CIMP 178
CIMPhonia 1998 Part 2Joe McPhee (Soprano Saxophone), Mark Whitecage (Soprano Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), David Prentice (Violin), Dominic Duval (Bass), Peter Kowald (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)CIMP 173. An ad hoc gathering of 7 of the best creative improvising artists around. Lots of surprises here for both the players and listeners - solid music, always on the edge. Recorded May 26 & 27, 1998.Catalog Number: CIMP 173
CIMPhonia 1998 Part 1Joe McPhee (Soprano Saxophone), Mark Whitecage (Alto Saxophone), Paul Smoker (Trumpet), David Prentice (Violin), Dominic Duval (Bass), Peter Kowald (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)An ad hoc gathering of 7 of the best creative improvising artists around. This is Part 1 of the first of what could prove to be annual Catalog Number: CIMP 171
Mark-n-Marshall: MondayMarshall Allen (Alto Saxophone), Mark Whitecage (Clarinet), Dominic Duval (Bass), Luqman Ali (Drums)Marshall Allen, although recording since the 1950's and now almost 75 years old, has never released a recording as leader - until now. Best known as a pillar of the Sun Ra band for over 40 years, here he is joined by fellow sax veteran Mark Whitecage, bassist Dominic Duval, and drummer Luqman Ali. The program ranges from standards to originals on this fascinating encounter. Recorded March 16, 1998.Catalog Number: CIMP 162
Moon FlowerJoseph Scianni (Piano), Mark Whitecage (Alto Saxophone), Tomas Ulrich (Cello), Dominic Duval (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)A brilliant post-bop/impressionistic Joseph Scianni at the Steinway Concert Grand in duets with 4 challenging individuals. Included is a delightfully rich and original imterpreatation of Ellington's "Don't Get Around Much Anymore." Recorded June 20, 1997.Catalog Number: CIMP 157
Consensual TensionMark Whitecage (Alto Saxophone), Sabir Mateen (Clarinet), Joe Fonda (Bass), Harvey Sorgen (Drums)With this, his other, quartet, Mark Whitecage extends his Jazz lines with counterpoint and humor. Both Whitecage and Mateen present a fresh facet of their sound and soul over a program of 'Oleo' and six originals. Recorded July 21, 1998.Catalog Number: CIMP 155
3 Plus 4 Equals 5Joseph Scianni (Piano), Mark Whitecage (Soprano Saxophone), Tomas Ulrich (Cello), Dominic Duval (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)Mark Whitecage has been a highly respected and inordinately creative NYC area improvisor for decades. Joseph Scianni is a legendary pianist almost unrecorded over the past 40 years. On this program they intermix their respective groups and explore the harmonies and tonalities of the music. The listening rewards are great as they fly without a net, with only their genius and musical sensibilities to support them. Recorded June 20, 1997.Catalog Number: CIMP 149
Moons of JupiterSteve Swell (Trombone), Mark Whitecage (Alto Saxophone), Dominic Duval (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)The power of Steve Swell and the joy of his improvisations are equal to the fertile playing of Mark Whitecage's reeds. Strength against strength, this is powerful Jazz. Recorded May 22 & 23, 1997.Catalog Number: CIMP 141
State of the ArtDominic Duval (Double Bass), Jason Hwang (Violin), Tomas Ulrich (Cello), Mark Whitecage (Clarinet)Totally improvised, this astounding recording blurs the lines between "Jazz" and "Classical" music. Recorded Feb. 26 & 27, 1997.
Catalog Number: CIMP 119
Caged No MoreMark Whitecage (Alto Saxophone), Tomas Ulrich (Cello), Dominic Duval (Bass), Jay Rosen (Percussion)The distinctive sax work of Mark Whitecage leads a concert of excursions of freely improvised chamber music. A beautiful and inventive set. Recorded July 13 & 14, 1996.
Catalog Number: CIMP 106
Free For OnceMark Whitecage (Saxophone), Dominic Duval (Bass), Jay Rosen (Drums)
