John Fedchock

Touch & Go

Commissioned by the New York University Jazz Ensemble, this medium uptempo foray with abstract overtones features solos by tenor saxophone and piano. The opening unison brass soli, joined by saxophone counterpoint, leads to an energetic exchange between the sections, followed by a tenor sax solo over contemporary harmonies. After exciting exchanges between soloist and ensemble, the band takes over with an intense interlude leading to a piano solo over more traditional changes. The final ensemble shout chorus brings the band to it's peak, leading to a final vamp with each section slowly building to a powerful finish. Duration 9:15.