In his own words, vibraphonist Mark Sherman says, "A musician's journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
The language of jazz is a lifelong pursuit, demanding years of patience, study and immersion to achieve the authenticity that defines the genre," For Sherman, that includes work with Wynton Marsalis, Kenny Barron, Michael Brecker, Joe Lovano, Larry Coryell, Natalie Cole and Peggy Lee, in addition to working in a number of Broadway musical productions as well.
Sherman's latest journey is Bop Contest, working with iconic bassist Ron Carter, pianist Donald Vega, drummer Carl Allen, and special guest, trumpeter and flugelhornist Joe Magnarelli.
You'll hear this group swing with the best, reimagine a couple of Cedar Walton nuggets, some Oliver Nelson, originals, and a gorgeous vibe on Skylark.
Hear a track from Mark Sherman's new release each weekday morning at 8:20 AM, another feature made possible by the members of WBGO.
