TITO CARRILLO - Opening Statement (Origin 2011)

A confluence of the post-bop trumpet legacy of Miles, Hubbard, & Shaw, along with the complexities of Cuban rhythms, lyrical ballad phrasing, and boundary-breaking free exploration, "Opening Statement" is a powerful recording by one of the more prominent fixtures on the vibrant Chicago jazz scene of the past 15 years. Though having appeared on over 20 CDs alongside luminaries such as Willie Pickens, Chuchito Valdes, and even pop icon Phil Collins, this project marks trumpeter Carrillo's first recording as a leader, revealing a singular modern trumpeter with an expressive and original compositional voice. 


TITO CARRILLO trumpet & flugelhorn 
BENJAMIN LEWIS piano (except 2,6) 
LORIN COHEN bass 
DANA HALL drums 

Special guests: 
GEOF BRADFIELD tenor & sop. saxophones (1,4) 
DARWIN NOGUERA piano (2,6) 
PHILLIP DOYLE tenor saxophone (8,9) 
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