The String Theory (2010), by Damani Phillips

The String Theory (2010)

by Damani Phillips

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1.	Pavane 06:39	buy track
2.	Destiny's Eyes 06:59	buy track
3.	Spanish Kiss 08:20	buy track
4.	Lush Life 09:17	buy track
5.	Nothing Seems Pretty Anymore 05:40	buy track
6.	Carmen 06:57	buy track
7.	Spanish Kiss (Barcelona Nights Version) 05:01	buy track
8.	Nancy 07:11	buy track

about

My musical background is unusually diverse, as I began my career as a classical musician. Just as my musical background is diverse, so is the product that I have created with this project. Despite the popular opinion that jazz and classical music are very different and separate musical styles, this album proves that these two styles of music are alike in many ways, and that the synergy of the two can create a refreshingly unique direction in music. The tracks contained on the album are a mixture of my original compositions, arrangements of jazz standards, and re-harmonized arrangements of recognizable classical pieces.

The music contained on “The String Theory” represents a very unique variant of jazz currently on the market. The music is best described as jazz that is reminiscent of the “with strings” recordings of the 1950’s with overt overtones of the contemporary model of jazz harmony, style, and feel. The final product is a unique blend of jazz and classical influences that pays due respect to jazz tradition while looking forward to the future of the music – all of which is achieved in a body of work that resounds with jazz enthusiasts and novice listeners alike. I proudly espouse that there is something for every type of listener on “The String Theory”, and it comprises a body of work that is inviting, yet uncompromising, in substance and musical quality.

credits

released November 6, 2021

Personnel:
Damani Phillips—saxophones
Ben Markley—Piano
Mark Simon—Bass
Ryan Hayden—Drums
Ross Snyder—Violin 1
Kahyee Lee—Violin 2
Andrew Krimm—Viola
Kimberley Patterson—Cello

Recorded April 1-2, 2010 at Mile High Music Ltd. —Wheat Ridge, CO
Engineer—Scott Griess

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Damani Phillips Iowa

Dr. Damani Philips is a native of Pontiac, MI, and currently serves as head of the Jazz Studies program and Associate Professor of African American Studies at the University of Iowa. An active performer, pedagogue and lecturer, Phillips has performed, taught and lectured throughout the world. ... more