Eric Alexander Quartet with Guest Artist Jackie Ryan May 10, 2009

Akira Tana, drums; Local, bass; NY piano

In the league of great new talent, Eric Alexander on tenor sax is one of the few "young lions" who is more influenced by Dexter Gordon and George Coleman than by John Coltrane and Sonny Rollins. Boasting a warm, finely burnished tone, he can burn in the tradition of the great tenor battles of Sonny Stitt and Gene Ammons or Johnny Griffin and Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis.

Jazz Times Magazine says Jackie is " one of the outstanding jazz vocalists of her generation and, quite possibly, of all time." Eric Alexander appears on Jackie's newest CD along with Cyrus Chestnut, Jeremy Pelt and Brazilian guitar virtuoso Romero Lubambo. A special preview of this CD will be available on this date.

The Douglas Beach House is a legendary oceanfront live music club in the San Francisco Bay Area. It is home to the Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society, a non profit organization that has been presenting Sunday afternoon headliner Jazz and Classical Music with an ocean view since 1964. Located directly on Miramar Beach in Half Moon Bay, 45 minutes from San Francisco and Silicon Valley, the Bach Society is a major contributor to the San Francisco live jazz scene by presenting national touring jazz concerts and classical performances in an intimate venue. According to the musicians, the Douglas Beach House is “the best small venue in the United States.” Founder, Pete Douglas, says, “We bring a chamber approach to music in a casual beachfront setting, respectful of both the artist and the audience.” All performances are open to the public and partially supported by members and contributors. Buffet and drinks available although you can bring your own wine!

Official Website: http://www.bachddsoc.org