Andy Baker: new album From Here, From There on way

Trombonist and Rath Artist Andy Baker is preparing to launch his new album, ahead of its release in October.

From Here, From There is billed as a “joyous collection of original compositions and choice standards, interpreted in free-wheeling fashion by a first rate chordless quartet of like-minded improvisers”.

The album sees Andy Baker making his Calligram Records debut, joined by trumpeter Russ Johnson, bassist Clark Sommers, and drummer Dana Hall.

Discussing From Here, From There, Andy commented: “After the complexity, density and scale of the New Standard Jazz Orchestra and BakerzMillion records, I wanted to do something looser without so much emphasis on harmony.”

Andy has been a force on the Chicago music scene since arriving from London in 2001.

Whether leading his own bands such as the New Standard Jazz Orchestra and BakerzMillion or playing with new music ensemble Fulcrum Point, his musical versatility and impeccable technique has been prominent throughout.

Pre-order From Here, From There now.