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Charles Lloyd

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Charles Lloyd (born 1938) is an American jazz saxophonist and flutist, active since the 1950s and known for both his 1960s work (including Forest Flower) and later recordings.

A prominent American jazz saxophonist and flutist, Charles Lloyd gained wide attention in the 1960s and has had a long recording career including releases on ECM Records.

DeBaser's reviews praise Charles Lloyd's 2005 album Jumping the Creek for its disciplined lyricism and strong rhythm section. Geri Allen's piano and the contributions of Eric Harland and Robert Hurst are highlighted. Tracks singled out include the Georgia Bright Suite and Come Sunday. The review values restraint over self-indulgence and notes evocative ECM-style packaging.

For:Jazz listeners, saxophone enthusiasts, fans of ECM-era recordings and modern jazz quartets.

 Leading a beautiful quartet, with this 2005 album, Charles Lloyd offers us an interesting array of sounds, varied yet essential and without self-indulgence.

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