“Walking in Beauty” is the first studio recording for this relatively new quintet. Pianist Doug White is the leader and composed the first four tracks. He is joined by a Wisconsin all-star group: Tom Gullion, Dave Cooper, Mark Urness, and Dane Richeson. Here are the album liner notes:
Walking in Beauty offers creative improvisation, original compositions and fresh interpretations of modern classics expressing thanks for the beauty of nature and kindness of friends. Special thanks to the collaborating artists Dave, Tom, Dane and Mark, who helped bring the songs to life! Dedicated in loving memory of Helen White, a light spirit with a warm heart. Offered on a gift basis, all proceeds go to preserving wild, diverse nature.
released October 16, 2023
Dave Cooper, trumpet and flugelhorn; Tom Gullion, saxes and flutes; Dane Richeson, percussion; Mark Urness, bass; Doug White, piano. Original jazz compositions by Doug White, and modern jazz classics by Wayne Shorter. Recorded and mixed at Audio for the Arts, March -May, 2023, Audrey Martinovich, audio engineer. Album images by Gayle Alexander, @gaylealexanderpaintings
