Then Sonny soloed on his alto saxophone with what seemed like inexhaustible riffs, in passionate Coltrane tradition. Smith and Johns lent their rhythmic support to maintain the pace. Cochrane went off on an extended piano solo. The quartet took on the Coltrane classic “Impressions”. The finale was a breathtaking display of virtuosity and endurance. The quartet started the second set with tune “Delilah,” the theme for the movie “Samson and Delilah,” found on his CD “Continuum.” Fortune to purchase his CDs and get his autograph. Sonny, on alto sax, displayed his smooth techniques and improvisation.ĭuring a brief intermission, the audience joined Sonny for birthday cake in celebration of his 73rd birthday. This song was played up-tempo, featuring Steve Johns in a versatile display of crashing cymbals, rolling tom-toms and punctuated bass drum beats. As if Sonny sensed the audience’s excitement with “In a Sentimental Mood”, he followed with another Ellington orchestra classic, “Caravan”. The audience listened attentively and was engaged in the set with numerous rounds of applause. He once again explored the sounds of his instrument with various breathing techniques that accentuated each note. On the third song of the set, Duke Ellington’s “In a Sentimental Mood”, Sonny started out with a slow flute improvisation that cleverly maneuvered around the song’s identity, which then became familiar to the audience when he entered into the memorable melody. The piano accompaniment of Michael Cochrane, the bass lines of Lee Smith, and the energetic drumming of Steve Johns gently supported the unique and sophisticated Afro-Cuban rhythms associated with the piece. Next in the set came, “Little Sunflower” written by the late jazz legend Freddie Hubbard. The set started out with a Wayne Shorter original “Footprints” with Sonny on soprano saxophone delivering up the exotic sound that can only be drawn out from his instrument. The Quartet performed a number of jazz standards, as well as some new material from his most recent release “Last Night at Sweet Rhythm”. Joining Sonny were jazz greats Michael Cochrane on piano, Lee Smith on bass and Steve Johns on drums. This performance was presented by the Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation and Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. If you have any questions regarding your VIP elements, or have not received you VIP information within three days (3) of the event date, please email Please add your safe senders list to ensure receipt of all necessary show information.Saturday, May 19, 2012, Saxophonist-flutist-composer and Philadelphia native Sonny Fortune brought his quartet to Dante Hall Theater of the Arts on his 73rd birthday, and a rare Atlantic City appearance. 237 Global, the artist, tour, promoter, ticketing company, venue or any other affiliated parties are not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information provided by the consumer at the time of purchase. Please note that the information provided at the time of purchase (e-mail and mailing address) is the same information that will be utilized for shipping and individual contact requirements where applicable. All VIP items and experiences are subject to change. All VIP package elements and contents are non-transferable no refunds or exchanges all sales are final. If you do not receive this email three days (3) prior please email Your VIP merchandise will either be handed out on-site or shipped - specifics will be emailed no later than 3 days before your event. VIP instructions will be sent via email no later than three days (3) prior to the event. Name changes will be issued at the sole discretion of 237 Global. All VIP package elements will be rendered invalid if resold. **VIP Disclaimer: Please e-mail any customer service questions.
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