Glen Moore

The Profile

Glen Moore is an American jazz double bassist and co-founder of the group Oregon. Active since the 1960s, he is known for an exploratory approach that blends jazz with global influences and extended techniques, and has collaborated with ensembles such as the Paul Winter Consort.

Bassist of Oregon; featured in Mokave’s Afriqúe with Larry Karush and Glen Velez; associated with Paul Winter Consort; noted for experimental electronics and tributes to Scott LaFaro (e.g., “Gloria’s Step”) as highlighted in the review.

One review spotlights Glen Moore through Mokave’s Afriqúe, praising his exploratory double-bass work beyond Oregon. The trio dynamic with Larry Karush and Glen Velez blends jazz, classical, and global percussion. Highlights include tributes to Scott LaFaro, electronics-driven textures, and evocative African-tinged pieces. Overall: an inventive, recommended listen.