Scott Verrastro

If one thing characterizes altoist Oliver Lake as an artist, it may be his perpetual state of flux, or at least his outright dedication to … Read More “Oliver Lake Organ Trio: Makin’ It”

Essentially the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble (sans guitarist Fareed Haque and trumpeter Corey Wilkes) augmented by a careening 39-piece orchestra in concert, Kahil El’Zabar’s Infinity Orchestra … Read More “Kahil El’Zabar’s Infinity Orchestra: Transmigration”

When saxophonist Steve Lacy died in June 2004, he had amassed well over 300 personal cassette recordings of his concerts, spanning from the ’70s until … Read More “Steve Lacy Quintet: Esteem”