The Noah Peterson Quartet "Live at Biddy McGraw's"
After growing up in Billings and graduating from Skyview
High in 1990, Noah Peterson spent a few years
woodshedding his saxophone chops with the Marine Field
Band, playing jazz, rock, funk, pop and latin.Now, he's living
in Portland, Ore., and working hard to break into the
flourishing and increasingly important Pacific Northwest jazz
scene. Peterson's fist live disc captures a run with his group
at Portland's Biddy McGraw's, and they really swing the
joint.It's a set of mostly straight-up jazz, with standards such
as "Take the A Train" and Miles Davis's "So What." But it
gets a nice, hip, modern groove from guitarist Jay
Stapleton.Peterson is more of a finesse player like Josh
Redman or Scott Hamilton than a fire-breather like Sonny
Rollins or Pharoah Sanders. On cuts such as "Watermelon
Man" and "June Bug," Peterson cleverly dodges in and out
of the melody and gives the rhythm section plenty of room
before a couple of fearless closing solos that set the Biddy's
crowd on fire.Although the session in miked a little funny,
making it muddy in parts and hard to understand Peterson's
shouts and introductions, what is clear is how this band wins
over the crowd, totally owning it before the night's out.
Chris Jorgensen
CD GUIDE - The Billings Gazette
After growing up in Billings and graduating from Skyview
High in 1990, Noah Peterson spent a few years
woodshedding his saxophone chops with the Marine Field
Band, playing jazz, rock, funk, pop and latin.Now, he's living
in Portland, Ore., and working hard to break into the
flourishing and increasingly important Pacific Northwest jazz
scene. Peterson's fist live disc captures a run with his group
at Portland's Biddy McGraw's, and they really swing the
joint.It's a set of mostly straight-up jazz, with standards such
as "Take the A Train" and Miles Davis's "So What." But it
gets a nice, hip, modern groove from guitarist Jay
Stapleton.Peterson is more of a finesse player like Josh
Redman or Scott Hamilton than a fire-breather like Sonny
Rollins or Pharoah Sanders. On cuts such as "Watermelon
Man" and "June Bug," Peterson cleverly dodges in and out
of the melody and gives the rhythm section plenty of room
before a couple of fearless closing solos that set the Biddy's
crowd on fire.Although the session in miked a little funny,
making it muddy in parts and hard to understand Peterson's
shouts and introductions, what is clear is how this band wins
over the crowd, totally owning it before the night's out.
Chris Jorgensen
CD GUIDE - The Billings Gazette
The Noah Peterson Quartet
"Live at Biddy McGraw's"
"Live at Biddy McGraw's"
hi noah,the cd has reached my mailbox
and i really enjoy it. please stay tuned
for airplay/playlist. let me know if you
have any more details about your visit
in germany. thanks & greetings
gerd hoeschen aka dj ottic(alooga
media) DJ Ottic aka Gerd Hoeschen
and i really enjoy it. please stay tuned
for airplay/playlist. let me know if you
have any more details about your visit
in germany. thanks & greetings
gerd hoeschen aka dj ottic(alooga
media) DJ Ottic aka Gerd Hoeschen
It is no wonder that many of the truly classic jazz albums are recordings of live performances. The Noah
Peterson Quartet - "Live at Biddy McGraw's"It is no wonder that many of the truly classic jazz albums are
recordings of live performances. The very nature of Jazz is based upon the improvisational interplay of
the performers. The magical moment when a single rim shot or a tasty sax solo sets a fire in the players
and the ensemble becomes one mind and heart. The players become like fingers on a hand; the group
itself becomes an instrument for an intangible but very real muse. From Armstrong to Coltrane, from
Brubeck to Gillespie, many of the greats of Jazz have found their most seminal and historical work to be
recorded live club dates. The Noah Peterson Quartet, appearing before what sounds like a small but
appreciative audience in as unlikely a spot as a Pacific Northwest Irish bar, Portland's Biddy McGraw's;
has created a truly classic, truly exciting Jazz album.A strong and talented group of young players,
relatively unknown outside of their local bailiwick, Peterson on sax; Jay Stapleton, guitar; Dennis Caiazza,
bass; and Edwin Coleman III (E 3), drums; are a tight, fearless unit. They seem to understand that unlike
in Rock music, egos are best left off the bandstand. They give themselves to the music, bringing the best
out of each other and their material.Like most great leaders, Peterson has a style all his own, sweet and
tender one passage, wicked and fiery another. He clearly has listened to the players that have gone
before, yet he escapes the trap of mimicking an earlier sound as he forges his own. The playing of the
group's superb rhythm section, Caiazza on bass and E3 on drums are especially tasty confections.
Stapleton reminds this listener of a young George Benson or vintage Wes Montgomery. His touch is
skilled and his ear is sharp as he lays down marvelous support for the soloists, and shines with a deep
brilliance in his own solo excursions. Peterson leads his group through delightfully innovative renditions
of classics such as "Take the A Train," "Watermelon Man," and "Junebug," The group brings a funky
soulful feeling to the Rhythm and Blues groove of Eugene McDaniel's "Feel Like Making Love;" the song
feels like a future fixture on jazz radio programming for years to come. "So What" the Miles Davis
standard is a touchstone for understanding the essence of this group. All members play fun, light
hearted solos passing the musical baton while never losing the ensemble feel or the forward and upbeat
direction.Horace Silver's "Song for My Father" both opens and closes the CD. Recorded on separate
engagements, the group uses the tune to showcase their versatile nature as they bring radically different
styles to the work. The interplay of sax and guitar is slinky and playfully smooth on the first, using the
melody as a starting point for eastern modal and bolero explorations. On the selection closing the CD the
tune has a more open straight ahead groove, with the sax & guitar in a friendly competition for your
attention as they embrace the melody, nursing the nuance and sweetness out of the tune itself rather
than using it as a vehicle of exploration.Bottom line, this is a very good record that any fan of Jazz from
post-fusion newbie to pre-bebop die hard will enjoy and should add to their collection. The songs are
classic, the group talented and deserving of attention; the performances are fun, light, funky and deep.
How they managed to make a record this good outside of the New York and Los Angeles Jazz scenes is
a wonder. Who knows maybe this is the first in a series, and one day 'Live at Biddy McGraw's' will mean
as much on a record as the 'Live at the Bluenote,' and 'Live at the Village Vanguard,' announcement
does now. It certainly holds true for this one.Jeffrey Dawkins, Tiger Strikes Media
Peterson Quartet - "Live at Biddy McGraw's"It is no wonder that many of the truly classic jazz albums are
recordings of live performances. The very nature of Jazz is based upon the improvisational interplay of
the performers. The magical moment when a single rim shot or a tasty sax solo sets a fire in the players
and the ensemble becomes one mind and heart. The players become like fingers on a hand; the group
itself becomes an instrument for an intangible but very real muse. From Armstrong to Coltrane, from
Brubeck to Gillespie, many of the greats of Jazz have found their most seminal and historical work to be
recorded live club dates. The Noah Peterson Quartet, appearing before what sounds like a small but
appreciative audience in as unlikely a spot as a Pacific Northwest Irish bar, Portland's Biddy McGraw's;
has created a truly classic, truly exciting Jazz album.A strong and talented group of young players,
relatively unknown outside of their local bailiwick, Peterson on sax; Jay Stapleton, guitar; Dennis Caiazza,
bass; and Edwin Coleman III (E 3), drums; are a tight, fearless unit. They seem to understand that unlike
in Rock music, egos are best left off the bandstand. They give themselves to the music, bringing the best
out of each other and their material.Like most great leaders, Peterson has a style all his own, sweet and
tender one passage, wicked and fiery another. He clearly has listened to the players that have gone
before, yet he escapes the trap of mimicking an earlier sound as he forges his own. The playing of the
group's superb rhythm section, Caiazza on bass and E3 on drums are especially tasty confections.
Stapleton reminds this listener of a young George Benson or vintage Wes Montgomery. His touch is
skilled and his ear is sharp as he lays down marvelous support for the soloists, and shines with a deep
brilliance in his own solo excursions. Peterson leads his group through delightfully innovative renditions
of classics such as "Take the A Train," "Watermelon Man," and "Junebug," The group brings a funky
soulful feeling to the Rhythm and Blues groove of Eugene McDaniel's "Feel Like Making Love;" the song
feels like a future fixture on jazz radio programming for years to come. "So What" the Miles Davis
standard is a touchstone for understanding the essence of this group. All members play fun, light
hearted solos passing the musical baton while never losing the ensemble feel or the forward and upbeat
direction.Horace Silver's "Song for My Father" both opens and closes the CD. Recorded on separate
engagements, the group uses the tune to showcase their versatile nature as they bring radically different
styles to the work. The interplay of sax and guitar is slinky and playfully smooth on the first, using the
melody as a starting point for eastern modal and bolero explorations. On the selection closing the CD the
tune has a more open straight ahead groove, with the sax & guitar in a friendly competition for your
attention as they embrace the melody, nursing the nuance and sweetness out of the tune itself rather
than using it as a vehicle of exploration.Bottom line, this is a very good record that any fan of Jazz from
post-fusion newbie to pre-bebop die hard will enjoy and should add to their collection. The songs are
classic, the group talented and deserving of attention; the performances are fun, light, funky and deep.
How they managed to make a record this good outside of the New York and Los Angeles Jazz scenes is
a wonder. Who knows maybe this is the first in a series, and one day 'Live at Biddy McGraw's' will mean
as much on a record as the 'Live at the Bluenote,' and 'Live at the Village Vanguard,' announcement
does now. It certainly holds true for this one.Jeffrey Dawkins, Tiger Strikes Media
Noah,Thanks for sending an airplay copy of your Live
at Biddy McGraw's CD. I enjoyed most of it and will get
it on the air here in southern Colorado beginning this
weekend. Good luck to you with this release.
Lenny Mazel / Jazz Director KCME 88.7 FM
at Biddy McGraw's CD. I enjoyed most of it and will get
it on the air here in southern Colorado beginning this
weekend. Good luck to you with this release.
Lenny Mazel / Jazz Director KCME 88.7 FM
Noah - We've received your CD and it will get some
airplay. I'm a tenor player myself and I know that a lot
of good jazz comes out of Portland. Thanks for
sending.
Jerry L. Atkins Jazz/Music Director KTXK FM NPR
airplay. I'm a tenor player myself and I know that a lot
of good jazz comes out of Portland. Thanks for
sending.
Jerry L. Atkins Jazz/Music Director KTXK FM NPR
this unedited CD is improvisational, sweet Jazz
at it's best The Noah Peterson Quartet: Live at
Biddy McGraw'sPresentation: Recorded at a
live performance at Biddy's Eastside Portland,
OR, this unedited CD is improvisational, sweet
Jazz at it's best. Dedicated to Peterson's father
with appreciation to God, "The Boys," Dennis
Caiazza-bass; Jay Stapleton-guitar; Edwin
Coleman III-drum set; Noah Peterson-sax,
produce fun music, never tiring or boring.
Noteworthy: How can Noah's sax sound husky
and mellifluous simultaneously? How can "The
Boys" produce classic jazz fun, exciting and
original? Just listen to the outstanding
presentations, and you will keep listening from
now on to this never grow old.
CD.Bernie Nelson
Lightword Publishing
at it's best The Noah Peterson Quartet: Live at
Biddy McGraw'sPresentation: Recorded at a
live performance at Biddy's Eastside Portland,
OR, this unedited CD is improvisational, sweet
Jazz at it's best. Dedicated to Peterson's father
with appreciation to God, "The Boys," Dennis
Caiazza-bass; Jay Stapleton-guitar; Edwin
Coleman III-drum set; Noah Peterson-sax,
produce fun music, never tiring or boring.
Noteworthy: How can Noah's sax sound husky
and mellifluous simultaneously? How can "The
Boys" produce classic jazz fun, exciting and
original? Just listen to the outstanding
presentations, and you will keep listening from
now on to this never grow old.
CD.Bernie Nelson
Lightword Publishing
Hi, I was listening your music on the net and I
really like what you're doing. We have a radio
show on a local station here in Connecticut,
U.S.A. and also on the net 24h 7 days a week.
We are a serious independent radio station and
try to help independent artists. The name of our
show is "The Upper Room with Joe Kelley". Joe
Kelley is known by many artists for his respect for
the music they're doing. If you want to have the
bio of our show, just let me know. Continue your
great work, your music is very good. Thanks to
take the time to read my email.
Gi Dussault Co-Host & Co-Producer of Radio
Show"The Upper Room with Joe Kelley"
www.upperroomwithjoekelley.com
really like what you're doing. We have a radio
show on a local station here in Connecticut,
U.S.A. and also on the net 24h 7 days a week.
We are a serious independent radio station and
try to help independent artists. The name of our
show is "The Upper Room with Joe Kelley". Joe
Kelley is known by many artists for his respect for
the music they're doing. If you want to have the
bio of our show, just let me know. Continue your
great work, your music is very good. Thanks to
take the time to read my email.
Gi Dussault Co-Host & Co-Producer of Radio
Show"The Upper Room with Joe Kelley"
www.upperroomwithjoekelley.com
The songs have a warm groove to them that makes
the music inviting. O's Notes: Noah plays sax with Jay
Stapleton (g), Dennis Caizza (b) and Edwin Coleman
(d). The session was recorded at Biddy McGraw's in
Portland. They play like it is a jam session keeping
the stage open for each of the musicians to explode
as the feeling hits them. The songs have a warm
groove to them that makes the music inviting. "Feel
Like Makin' Love" with the strong drum solo and
Watermelon Man with Jay taking center stage are
good examples. The album is dedicated to Noah's
dad and he plays with that passion on both versions
of "Song For My Father".-
Oscar's Jazz Place
the music inviting. O's Notes: Noah plays sax with Jay
Stapleton (g), Dennis Caizza (b) and Edwin Coleman
(d). The session was recorded at Biddy McGraw's in
Portland. They play like it is a jam session keeping
the stage open for each of the musicians to explode
as the feeling hits them. The songs have a warm
groove to them that makes the music inviting. "Feel
Like Makin' Love" with the strong drum solo and
Watermelon Man with Jay taking center stage are
good examples. The album is dedicated to Noah's
dad and he plays with that passion on both versions
of "Song For My Father".-
Oscar's Jazz Place
Festivities at Perks... Festivities at Perks With
an equally eclectic roster, Southeast's Perks
Coffee puts on an early evening affair
Saturday. The coo-worthy 8- and 9-year-old
sisterly duo Black Peppercorns perform songs
from their newly released first CD. The Noah
Peterson Duo demonstrates its jazzy versatility,
and the Hail Marys and Sylvia Hackathorn of
DuMonde turn in folk sets. The event happens
as part of the Foster Sidewalk Celebration,
suggesting that you probably could wander
down the block either way and stay entertained.
The Oregonian
an equally eclectic roster, Southeast's Perks
Coffee puts on an early evening affair
Saturday. The coo-worthy 8- and 9-year-old
sisterly duo Black Peppercorns perform songs
from their newly released first CD. The Noah
Peterson Duo demonstrates its jazzy versatility,
and the Hail Marys and Sylvia Hackathorn of
DuMonde turn in folk sets. The event happens
as part of the Foster Sidewalk Celebration,
suggesting that you probably could wander
down the block either way and stay entertained.
The Oregonian
JAZZ HEADS UNITE... JAZZ HEADS UNITE Jazz de Opus is
the location for this month's Jazz Society of Oregon's Third
Thursday Gathering, where aficionados can meet, gab and
hear the sounds of saxophonist Noah Peterson and his
quartet.
The Oregonain
the location for this month's Jazz Society of Oregon's Third
Thursday Gathering, where aficionados can meet, gab and
hear the sounds of saxophonist Noah Peterson and his
quartet.
The Oregonain
Portland Calling...(excerpted from a larger article)First stop
in Portland is Jazz de Opus and a chance to catch the
debut of The Noah Peterson Trio. If you read last month's
column the you're familiar with Noah's band "Miles Ahead".
Tonight though, it's Noah on Sax, Marcus Reynolds on the
Hammond Organ and Charlie Doggett on Drums. The trio
blows cool and confident.Fingers snappin', I drift into a film
noir fantasy and a clandestine meeting with a femme fatal.
The band takes a break and I snap back to reality. I
introduce myself to Noah who turns out to be a laid back
guy who left the less than swingin' town of Billings, Montana
to soak up the rainy Portland groove. Billings loss is
Portland's gain.
John DufrenseTwo Louie's Magazine
in Portland is Jazz de Opus and a chance to catch the
debut of The Noah Peterson Trio. If you read last month's
column the you're familiar with Noah's band "Miles Ahead".
Tonight though, it's Noah on Sax, Marcus Reynolds on the
Hammond Organ and Charlie Doggett on Drums. The trio
blows cool and confident.Fingers snappin', I drift into a film
noir fantasy and a clandestine meeting with a femme fatal.
The band takes a break and I snap back to reality. I
introduce myself to Noah who turns out to be a laid back
guy who left the less than swingin' town of Billings, Montana
to soak up the rainy Portland groove. Billings loss is
Portland's gain.
John DufrenseTwo Louie's Magazine
Love Shack... Love Shack...excerpted from a larger article)I
know we're all bummed the Jazz de Opus closed down. I
was lucky enough to catch the Noah Peterson trio there the
last time I was in town...
John Dufrense - Two Louie's Magazine
know we're all bummed the Jazz de Opus closed down. I
was lucky enough to catch the Noah Peterson trio there the
last time I was in town...
John Dufrense - Two Louie's Magazine
I've been jonesing to check out some
jazz and Noah Peterson's Soul-Tet
Jet-lagged or not, it's Saturday night
and I already know a couple of hot
shows I want to catch. I've been
jonesing to check out some jazz and
Noah Peterson's Soul-Tet is playing
a private party. Noah's a cool sax
player working hard to keep jazz
alive in the Northwest and we've
been trying to catch up since I saw
him last year at the now defunct Jazz
de Opus...
Jonny Dufrense Two Louies
jazz and Noah Peterson's Soul-Tet
Jet-lagged or not, it's Saturday night
and I already know a couple of hot
shows I want to catch. I've been
jonesing to check out some jazz and
Noah Peterson's Soul-Tet is playing
a private party. Noah's a cool sax
player working hard to keep jazz
alive in the Northwest and we've
been trying to catch up since I saw
him last year at the now defunct Jazz
de Opus...
Jonny Dufrense Two Louies
Noah,
Just a quick note to let you
know that I have received
your CD and am adding it to
our library for airplay. The
CD was a pleasant surprise
to find in the three foot stack
of CDs I had to audition.
Dwayne Breashears
Program Director
WWOZ-New Orleans
Just a quick note to let you
know that I have received
your CD and am adding it to
our library for airplay. The
CD was a pleasant surprise
to find in the three foot stack
of CDs I had to audition.
Dwayne Breashears
Program Director
WWOZ-New Orleans
Personnel on the CD:
Noah Peterson - Tenor Sax
Jay Stapleton - Guitar
Dennis Caiazza - Bass
Ed Coleman III - Drums
Noah Peterson - Tenor Sax
Jay Stapleton - Guitar
Dennis Caiazza - Bass
Ed Coleman III - Drums
Songs that touch and delights their audience
come dancing from the horn of Noah Peterson.
The Peacock Room located in the lobby of the
historic Davenport Hotel hosts Live Jazz this
Friday and Saturday. The Noah Peterson jazz
ensembles have built a strong following in their
Pacific Northwest home. Their stage
engagements at the watering holes of jazz
aficionados are the stuff of legend, creating a
bigger and bigger demand for the group. Their
fans include generations of happy families from
their popular performances at clubs, banquets,
festivals, weddings and benefits. Their repertoire
embraces the best in jazz and popular music.
Songs that touch and delights their audience
come dancing from the horn of Noah Peterson.
Romantic indigo moods to funky festivals of
sound; the band makes every performance come
alive with an inner fire that their audiences never
forget.
Access Spokane
come dancing from the horn of Noah Peterson.
The Peacock Room located in the lobby of the
historic Davenport Hotel hosts Live Jazz this
Friday and Saturday. The Noah Peterson jazz
ensembles have built a strong following in their
Pacific Northwest home. Their stage
engagements at the watering holes of jazz
aficionados are the stuff of legend, creating a
bigger and bigger demand for the group. Their
fans include generations of happy families from
their popular performances at clubs, banquets,
festivals, weddings and benefits. Their repertoire
embraces the best in jazz and popular music.
Songs that touch and delights their audience
come dancing from the horn of Noah Peterson.
Romantic indigo moods to funky festivals of
sound; the band makes every performance come
alive with an inner fire that their audiences never
forget.
Access Spokane
The Noah Peterson Quartet Live at Biddy McGraw's
Noah Peterson, tenor sax; Jay Stapleton, gutar; Dennis Caiazza, bass; Edwin Coleman 111, drums. Song
for my Father; June Bug; So What; Feel Like Makin' Love; Take the A Train; But Beautiful; Watermelon
Man; Song for my Father. The club atmosphere comes over very strongly on this recording, with total
freedom of expression used by the musicians on these familiar Jazz standards. Noah is a talented horn
player, leading a group of spirited buddies who all have something fairly original to say. Jay is an ideal
support musician, taking solos within the structure of each piece but always conscious of the need to
feed the correct chords to the other soloists. Bassist Caiazza is the backbone of the quartet providing a
solid basis for each number. Edwin comes to the fore in Watermelon Man with his funk style showing up
well, although he seemed to fit in to a lesser extent in the more straight ahead tunes. The quartet
deserves an opportunity to progress and to go on to greater things, which is clearly within their
capabilities.
by Al Merritt
www.jazznow.com
Noah Peterson, tenor sax; Jay Stapleton, gutar; Dennis Caiazza, bass; Edwin Coleman 111, drums. Song
for my Father; June Bug; So What; Feel Like Makin' Love; Take the A Train; But Beautiful; Watermelon
Man; Song for my Father. The club atmosphere comes over very strongly on this recording, with total
freedom of expression used by the musicians on these familiar Jazz standards. Noah is a talented horn
player, leading a group of spirited buddies who all have something fairly original to say. Jay is an ideal
support musician, taking solos within the structure of each piece but always conscious of the need to
feed the correct chords to the other soloists. Bassist Caiazza is the backbone of the quartet providing a
solid basis for each number. Edwin comes to the fore in Watermelon Man with his funk style showing up
well, although he seemed to fit in to a lesser extent in the more straight ahead tunes. The quartet
deserves an opportunity to progress and to go on to greater things, which is clearly within their
capabilities.
by Al Merritt
www.jazznow.com
Last night I did the unimaginable: I
went out. On a weeknight.* Saw the
Noah Peterson Quartet at Jazz de
Opus with a few friends. Had all the
right ingredients for a good night out:
swinging music, cozy atmosphere,
great company, smart drinks and
tasty appetizers. So...what are you
doing next Thursday night? It's sad,
but true -- now that my alarm gets set
for 5am, I am just not closing down as
many night spots as I used to. After
the delightful time I had last night,
however, I may have to start doing
that again.
Oregonian
went out. On a weeknight.* Saw the
Noah Peterson Quartet at Jazz de
Opus with a few friends. Had all the
right ingredients for a good night out:
swinging music, cozy atmosphere,
great company, smart drinks and
tasty appetizers. So...what are you
doing next Thursday night? It's sad,
but true -- now that my alarm gets set
for 5am, I am just not closing down as
many night spots as I used to. After
the delightful time I had last night,
however, I may have to start doing
that again.
Oregonian
The Noah Peterson Quartet - Live at Biddy McGraw's
*Song for My Father - H. Silver (8:51
June Bug - T. Turrentine (7:19)
So What - M. Davis (6:04)
Feel Like Makin' Love - E. McDaniels (6:54)
*Take the A Train - B. Strayhorn/D. Ellington (6:27)
But Beautiful - J. Van Heusen (6:58)
Watermelon Man - H. Hancock (9:15)
Song for My Father - H. Silver (7:10)
"The Boys"
Noah Peterson - sax
Jay Stapleton - guitar
Dennis Caiazza - bass
Edwin Coleman III (E3) - drums
I would like to dedicate this album to my father, Grover Peterson, for his unflagging
support, generous heart, words of caution, raging passion and unconditional love.
Liner notes: I wanted to capture something a little different kind of sound for this album.
I wanted it raw, real, live and with that feeling that can only come from trying moving an
audience. This is "The Boys" live, at Biddy McGraw's. Biddy's has been a musical
institution in Portland for years. Biddy's is traditionally where we cut loose - play
whatever we want, get as silly as we like (check out Ed playing his stool on Song for My
Father) make mistakes, try out new tunes, have a ton of fun, occasionally switch
instruments and is the only Eastside club we've been playing for the past year.
Special thanks:
Jay Stapleton - my right hand man. You've opened my eyes, ears and heart to a deeper
level of jazz. We've come a long way. I couldn't have asked for a better band-mate.
I would like to express my appreciation to the following:
God - of all the things you made, I think I like music best.
"The Boys"
Edwin Coleman III - were it not for a rainy night in Eugene and your funky bunch (Lazoo) I
don't know if I ever would have had the courage to step out on my own.
Dennis Caiazza - unconscious competence and the immoveable groove. Your
overwhelming presence and playing. Yeah baby.
Jay Stapleton - thanks for coming along on all my adventures. You are already missed.
Ian, Josh, Noah and the staff of Biddy McGraw's - thank you for years of support of my
music and letting us do our thing in your house. Larry & Sal at Monteaux's Public House
- thank you for having us so much and truly making us a part of the Monteaux's family, I
always look forward to your gig. Kinn Edwards at Big River - my oldest and most loyal
supporter. Thank you for the work, food, conversation and great people. We love you.
Steve & Ken of Bon Appetite for INTEL - thank you guys for so much work. Please keep
it coming, I've got new stuff just for you! Bill Traeger - a true patron of jazz, the pleasure
is always ours and your generosity and graciousness are appreciated. Jeffrey Dawkins
- my friend and mentor. Your wisdom and light continually guide my way. My family for
their support and criticism. My subs -there's too many to list, the Portland jazz
community is fantastic and I'm honored, thrilled and surprised to be a part of it. Thank
you all for your hard work - I'll be calling again real soon! Rick Maier - we're a good team
baby! My own personal "Blues Brothers" Rob Noe & Brian Chevalier, I love playing with
you guys. Amor Aggari for his creative contributions to my interests. Marina Aragaki -
your support in every way. Putting up with late nights, cancelled plans, rehearsals, doing
it "my way", the smell of cigarettes and scotch, 4 A.M. love notes and snacks, coming to
so many gigs, your insight, your time, your smile, your patience & forgiveness. My love
is yours. My fans - it warms my heart to see you at my shows. I do what I do for you.
This CD is for you. Miles Ahead for teaching me how to be a band leader. Beth
Anderson for broadcasting my music all over Santa Barbara. To Ecaroh Music, Inc &
Horace Silver - thank you for a beautiful tune, I hope you like it what we did with it. Thank
you Hancock Music. Thank you to our lovely dancers that evening and everyone who was
at the gig! For anyone I forgot to mention and all of those who've been a part of my
musical experience - thank you. And to those who enjoy this album, thank you for
supporting live music!
*Recorded live at Biddy McGraw's on Sept 11th , 2003 All other songs recorded live at
Biddy McGraw's on Oct 9th, 2003
Remote recording, engineer & mixing:
Rick Maier
Aloha Court Studio
richard.maier@gte.net
Executive Producer: Noah Peterson
Assistant Producer: Rick Maier
Graphic Artist: Elin McLain
*Song for My Father - H. Silver (8:51
June Bug - T. Turrentine (7:19)
So What - M. Davis (6:04)
Feel Like Makin' Love - E. McDaniels (6:54)
*Take the A Train - B. Strayhorn/D. Ellington (6:27)
But Beautiful - J. Van Heusen (6:58)
Watermelon Man - H. Hancock (9:15)
Song for My Father - H. Silver (7:10)
"The Boys"
Noah Peterson - sax
Jay Stapleton - guitar
Dennis Caiazza - bass
Edwin Coleman III (E3) - drums
I would like to dedicate this album to my father, Grover Peterson, for his unflagging
support, generous heart, words of caution, raging passion and unconditional love.
Liner notes: I wanted to capture something a little different kind of sound for this album.
I wanted it raw, real, live and with that feeling that can only come from trying moving an
audience. This is "The Boys" live, at Biddy McGraw's. Biddy's has been a musical
institution in Portland for years. Biddy's is traditionally where we cut loose - play
whatever we want, get as silly as we like (check out Ed playing his stool on Song for My
Father) make mistakes, try out new tunes, have a ton of fun, occasionally switch
instruments and is the only Eastside club we've been playing for the past year.
Special thanks:
Jay Stapleton - my right hand man. You've opened my eyes, ears and heart to a deeper
level of jazz. We've come a long way. I couldn't have asked for a better band-mate.
I would like to express my appreciation to the following:
God - of all the things you made, I think I like music best.
"The Boys"
Edwin Coleman III - were it not for a rainy night in Eugene and your funky bunch (Lazoo) I
don't know if I ever would have had the courage to step out on my own.
Dennis Caiazza - unconscious competence and the immoveable groove. Your
overwhelming presence and playing. Yeah baby.
Jay Stapleton - thanks for coming along on all my adventures. You are already missed.
Ian, Josh, Noah and the staff of Biddy McGraw's - thank you for years of support of my
music and letting us do our thing in your house. Larry & Sal at Monteaux's Public House
- thank you for having us so much and truly making us a part of the Monteaux's family, I
always look forward to your gig. Kinn Edwards at Big River - my oldest and most loyal
supporter. Thank you for the work, food, conversation and great people. We love you.
Steve & Ken of Bon Appetite for INTEL - thank you guys for so much work. Please keep
it coming, I've got new stuff just for you! Bill Traeger - a true patron of jazz, the pleasure
is always ours and your generosity and graciousness are appreciated. Jeffrey Dawkins
- my friend and mentor. Your wisdom and light continually guide my way. My family for
their support and criticism. My subs -there's too many to list, the Portland jazz
community is fantastic and I'm honored, thrilled and surprised to be a part of it. Thank
you all for your hard work - I'll be calling again real soon! Rick Maier - we're a good team
baby! My own personal "Blues Brothers" Rob Noe & Brian Chevalier, I love playing with
you guys. Amor Aggari for his creative contributions to my interests. Marina Aragaki -
your support in every way. Putting up with late nights, cancelled plans, rehearsals, doing
it "my way", the smell of cigarettes and scotch, 4 A.M. love notes and snacks, coming to
so many gigs, your insight, your time, your smile, your patience & forgiveness. My love
is yours. My fans - it warms my heart to see you at my shows. I do what I do for you.
This CD is for you. Miles Ahead for teaching me how to be a band leader. Beth
Anderson for broadcasting my music all over Santa Barbara. To Ecaroh Music, Inc &
Horace Silver - thank you for a beautiful tune, I hope you like it what we did with it. Thank
you Hancock Music. Thank you to our lovely dancers that evening and everyone who was
at the gig! For anyone I forgot to mention and all of those who've been a part of my
musical experience - thank you. And to those who enjoy this album, thank you for
supporting live music!
*Recorded live at Biddy McGraw's on Sept 11th , 2003 All other songs recorded live at
Biddy McGraw's on Oct 9th, 2003
Remote recording, engineer & mixing:
Rick Maier
Aloha Court Studio
richard.maier@gte.net
Executive Producer: Noah Peterson
Assistant Producer: Rick Maier
Graphic Artist: Elin McLain
"A Downbeat Featured CD"
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