Author Archives: gnuhigh

I just finished a new big band composition. This one’s called “Helicopter” and it was written for the Dallas Jazz Orchestra’s 40th Anniversary. It always feels great to finish a commission. I can’t wait to hear the DJO play it! … Continue reading →

Here is the concert listing for the 2013 Carleton University Jazz Camp. I get to play a set with Andre White, and John Geggie this Tuesday, Aug 6. Wednesday, Aug 7, is a Horace Silver tribute concert with Joel Frahm on tenor. On … Continue reading →

I am extremely happy to announce that I am now an endorsing artist for Facet Mutes. These wooden mutes are truly a work of art and they make my job as an artist easier. The Brusio is amazing; no metal … Continue reading →

Hey Folks! Check it out! ITG Late Night Jam Session, Louis Benton’s & LB Lounge hosted by Steve Wright and Paul Tynan, 35 Ionia Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI. 11pm.

In rehearsals, with the Upstream Orchestra, for a performance at the Festival International Musique Actuelle in Victoriaville, Quebec.  A big highlight of the program is Barry Guy’s “Witch Gong Game”. It’s really neat to unpack this music and hear it … Continue reading →

I am premiering a fantastic piece of new music next weekend – April 14th.  The composer, Jim O’leary, and I have been friends since we both studied together in Sweden in the late 90s. This new piece “Choose Other Routes” promises … Continue reading →

Just found out that the Bicoastal Collective will be opening for Dave Douglas’s quintet at the Halifax Jazz Festival. Casino Nova Scotia is partnering with JazzEast to present The Dave Douglas Quintet in an intimate concert in the Schooner Showroom … Continue reading →