Track 10:   Green Dolphin Street

I’ve known about this song since I was a kid getting into jazz.  It didn’t really attract my attention in any particular way.  It has just always been there.  There have been a couple of pivotal friends that have indirectly encouraged me to make this song mine.

Who’s Responsible: John Clayton
Instrument:
Bass
The Connection: 
John has been a mentor of mine for many years.  He has opened doors for me… probably more than I even know.  He is the consummate educator, composer, arranger, and encourager of young talent.  He gave me an assignment years ago to transcribe Oscar Peterson’s solo on this song.  I didn’t think so much about it at the time, but the seed was certainly planted.

Who’s Responsible: Sara Leib
Instrument:
Vocal
The Connection: 
I first met Sara when she came back to Los Angeles after she was done with her education in Boston.  I was her bass player.  Later, she was a student of mine at USC.  She’s a great talent.  We pushed each other and it was fun.  She’s now doing her own thing in Los Angeles and I’m so proud of her.  It was in a combo rehearsal that we started playing around with harmonics and sounds that would work with this song.  I couldn’t stop playing the song after that rehearsal.

I'll sing to you on your birthday!

Seriously. I'll do it. Join my mailing list and you'll also receive the latest news on releases, projects, and tour dates.

korb-29

Wahooo! You did it. You are now subscribed. See you soon!

Pin It on Pinterest

Share This