Crime Zone by Connie Han
With her debut Mack Avenue Records album CRIME ZONE, next generation Los Angeles pianist Connie Han has created an edgy blend of modern and traditional jazz. Han’s parents, both practicing classical musicians, instilled an appreciation for music and a strong work ethic in Han very early on, enrolling her in piano lessons at the age of five.
“Learning the piano as a child was a gift. By the time I became interested in jazz at the age of 14, I had great technical proficiency on my instrument allowing me to focus all of my energy on the more sophisticated elements of jazz music. More importantly, I was able to tackle the social equation of learning how to play with others. It takes a lot of time and patience to internalize the essence and heartbeat of jazz.”
Tracklist
| 1. | Another Kind of Right | 5:27 |
| 2. | Crime Zone | 7:35 |
| 3. | By the Grace of God | 5:33 |
| 4. | Pretty Women | 6:21 |
| 5. | Southern Rebellion | 6:42 |
| 6. | Grüvy | 7:34 |
| 7. | A Shade of Jade | 3:55 |
| 8. | Member This | 6:51 |
| 9. | Is That So? | 5:53 |
| 10. | Extended Stay | 5:30 |
Credits
Producer: Bill Wysaske
Connie Han – piano, piano/Rhodes [1], Rhodes [6]
Edwin Livingston – bass
Walter Smith III – tenor saxophone [1-4, 9]
Brian Swartz – trumpet [1]
Bill Wysaske – drums
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License
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Pianist/composer and Steinway artist Connie Han delivers a powerful vision embodying the evolution of her forebears, from iconic innovators like McCoy Tyner and Hank Jones through the Young Lions revolution of the Marsalis Brothers, Kenny Kirkland and Jeff “Tain” Watts, among others. On this trajectory, she continues her stratospheric ascent in the jazz world as a force to be reckoned with.