Eric Muhler Quartet Live March 12, 2009

The Eric Muhler Quartet featuring Eric Muhler on Piano, Sheldon Brown on Saxophones, Michael Wilcox on Bass, and Brian Andres on Drums.

Playing original compositions from Eric's book "Thirty Nine Dreams Worth Remembering" and taking sometimes startling and ear-opening renditions of classic standard jazz tunes, this quartet is composed of the cream of the Bay Area musician pool.

Critics and fans are excited about this music:

"The second quality is the consistent originality of Eric Muhler. His chord voicings are his own, his improvisations are full of constant surprises and, although quite aware of the jazz tradition, he sounds unlike any of his predecessors. His writing is also very fresh and personal, evolving before listeners' ears and expressing a wide variety of emotions and moods. While always swinging in its own way, this is not revival bebop."

- Scott Yanow - Author of ten books on jazz including The Jazz Singers, Bebop, Trumpet Kings, Jazz On Film and Jazz On Record 1917-76

"Muhler has a special affinity for contemplative ballads, as shown in "Starting," featuring an inspired and melodic Wilcox solo, "Goodbye to a Painted Lady," with Muhler dramatic at times on the appealing melody, and "Song for Jane," including advanced harmonies as well as a lullaby from Muhler on solo piano."

- Don Lerman - Cadence Magazine

"Listening to Eric's music intently can actually change neuron paths in the brain. His quiet side is at home in Nirvana; his adventurous side is a quick path to enlightenment."

- Joe Jacovac, East Bay Rambler

Although listening intently through all three sets can prove exhausting, the depth and commitment of these amazing musicians is always apparent and the net result is knowing you've witnessed a stand out Bay Area original act.

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