|
"Straight from the Heart " "Al Molina's album, "Straight From The Heart", is exactly That...........so lyrical,sensitive to the point of being "fragile" yet on fire throughout. It's been a long time since I've heard such pretty, honest music released, seemingly unaffected by all of the heavy industry marketing currently going on. I hope the entire world gets to hear this beautful album ....." Bobby Shew "One of the most lyrical,tasteful and melodic trumpet players on the jazz scene today" ........LarryVuckovich: "The Gift " "As a jazz expression, it is a positive experience. At first listening I find your sound ( and I definitely mean this as a compliment) very comparable to Tom Harrell's."...............Orrin Keepnews "The blend between Molina ( who doubles on flugel horn) and Al Bent is appealing and the music is often gentle even when the tempoes are a little hotter. Recommended." .............Scott Yanow, LA JAZZ SCENE "Amigos Todos " " It is obvious that this is an infectious session with catchy Latin Rhythms, high- quality solos and an irresistible group spirit." Scott Yanow "Molina's skilled trumpet delves out a warm and polished sound with experienced control. His flugelhorn glows." ... Mark F. Turner, Jazz Improv Magazine Abridged list of Al Molina's credits 1966 - "Jazz From San Francisco" Pat Britt. Crestview Records 1986 - Sir Douglas Quintet. Mercury Records 1991 - "Straight From the Heart" ........Jazzer Records 2001 - Listed in "Trumpet Kings," by Scott Yanow 2003 - "Amigos Todos" ...........Jazzer Records 2004 - San Jose Jazz Festival Featured guest artist at the first and second "Bay Area Loft Jazz Festival" Monterey Jazz Festival. Russian River Jazz Festival. Musicians that Al has shared the stage with: Eddie Henderson Pete Escovedeo Red Holloway Colin Bailey Monte Budwig Jack Sheldon Bill Watrous Louis Gasca George Cables Merv Griffin Larry Vuckovich Eddie MarshallTootie Heath Mark Isham Tom Harrell Jessica William Flip Nunez Al Plank Johnny Griffin Al Porcino |
|||