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Roswell Jazz Festival
  * 24 Great Jazz Musicians
Name Photo Instrument Quotes Link
Evan Arntzen Clarinet & Tenor Saxophone    
Dan Barrett Trombone    
Dan Borton Alto & Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet ...a 'first call' sideman...performed for Spain's King Juan Carlos...appeared twice at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland...performs and records with the region's best players http://danborton.com/Dan%20Borton%20-%20Resume.htm
Jon Burr   Bass    
Roger Dickerson Piano ...subject of the 1978 PBS documentary New Orleans Concerto...Louisiana's de facto pianist laureate...Fulbright scholar... steeped in the traditions of New Orleans http://www.bestofneworleans.com/gambit/new-orleans-other-saints/Content?oid=1249230
Eddie Erickson Guitar, Banjo, Vocals ...respected and loved member of the jazz fraternity...one of the funniest performers on the scene...starred in the Banjo Kings...led the "Riverboat Rascals" show band..."the singing mustache" http://www.eddieerickson.com/bio.htm
Yve Evans   Piano, Vocals    
Michael Francis Piano, Festival Music Director ...versatile jazz pianist who plays ragtime, solo piano, blues, and Latin jazz with equal facility...has led well-known groups that have virtually written the history of jazz in El Paso since the mid-seventies mfjazz@pvtnetworks.net
Jawn Glass Trumpet    
Holly Hofmann Flute ...possesses one of the most exquisite flute tones in jazz...demonstrates a sure technique, inventive ideas, a secure sense of swing, and a broad emotional range...vibrant in-the-moment creativity http://www.hollyhofmann.com/
Rebecca Kilgore   Vocals    
Juan Lechuga   Bass, Vocals    
Ricky Malichi Drums ...solos are always unique and masterfully musical...provides any musical ensemble with variety and consistency to produce outstanding performances http://www.badassdrumming.com/Endorsed_Artist_page_Ricky_Malichi.htm
Cecilia Noel Vocals, Percussion ...hardcore salsa...passionate, flamboyant, exotic, and incredibly talented...sensual, intensely colourful, exotic and explosive Awaiting contact information
Frank Otero Trombone ...credits include CDs with Ruben Gutierrez, Wayne Gorbea, Rick Davies;  member of Songs of Brazil sextet, and the muscular Quintessential Brass; noted for his command of Latin rhythms Awaiting contact information
Bucky Pizzarelli Guitar ...extraordinary skill as a rhythm player... plenty of subtle creativity... impeccable musicianship... superior mastery of the seven-string guitar is unparalleled http://classicjazzguitar.com/artists/artists_page.jsp?artist=23
Randy Reinhart   Trumpet    
Chuck Redd Vibes, Drums ...vibes were equally notable for vigor and melodiousness...an accomplished performer on both drums and vibraphone ...highlights the beauty of a great song, infuses the music with a blues feeling http://www.chuckredd.com/bio.htm
Scott Robinson Tenor Saxophone    
Richard Simon Bass    
Mike Sunjka Guitar    
Johnny Varro Piano ...tasteful and swinging style...light touch and considerable stride piano skills ...a leading proponent of small-group swing http://www.johnnyvarro.com/
Jason Wanner Piano ...fun and innovative approach to classic jazz...one of the most refreshing pianists of our time...amazing execution and vitality...masterful piano artistry http://www.JasonWanner.com
This year's lineup appears below: