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Lance Houston Jazz Quintet

Jazz Flugelhorn and Trumpet

About Me

Originally from Boston, MA, Lance Houston (Berklee College of Music, 1995) and his talented jazz quintet produce magical and imaginative interpretations of jazz standards. Lance Houston has performed internationally with his distinctive approach to jazz improvisation. Lance Houston has studied jazz with Jeff Stout, Lin Biviano and many others. After a five year hiatus, Lance Houston has returned to the east coast jazz scene with his unique blend of vibrant harmonics and innovative, originally written jazz tunes. The Lance Houston Jazz Quintet delivers to you Jazz at its finest!
The Lance Houston Jazz Quintet is the perfect accompaniment to any event looking to add a touch of elegance with live jazz music. Guests will enjoy conversation while having the intellectually stimulating and subtle sounds of this distinct jazz quintet playing in the background. With a unique voice and their love for this complex art form, the Lance Houston Jazz Quintet will enlighten the atmosphere and mood of a room at any gathering. The group is comprised of piano, bass, drums, tenor saxophone and flugelhorn. Lance Houston plays a miles davis-like sound with his classic flugelhorn. Whether it be a private club or large auditorium, the Lance Houston Jazz Quintet's smooth and vibrant sound will move you. Together they create a stimulating atmosphere that only live jazz music can bring.

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Member Since: 4/5/2008
Band Members: Lance Houston (Flugelhorn), REL Rejman (Drums), Darrel Loud (Guitar), Dave Shoudy (Bass) : To book, call (617) 304-9427
Influences: Miles Davis, Terence Blanchard, Wynton Marsalis, Horace Silver, Monk, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock, Freddie Hubbard, Wallace Roney, Ellis Marsalis, Chet Baker, Wayne Shorter

Mo Better Blues

Sounds Like: Miles Davis, Terence Blanchard, Wallace Roney

Record Label: Unsigned
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Jam session: trumpet solo at Vitoria Jazz Festival 06

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mm62uOtFJAUAfter midnight, jam session at Jazz de Medianoche at Vitoria Jazz Festival 2006, by New York's Juilliard School teachers and students. Mat Jodrell playing tru...
Posted by Lance Houston Jazz Quintet on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:43:00 PST

Jam session: trumpet solo at Vitoria Jazz Festival 06

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mm62uOtFJAUAfter midnight, jam session at Jazz de Medianoche at Vitoria Jazz Festival 2006, by New York's Juilliard School teachers and students. Mat Jodrell playing tru...
Posted by Lance Houston Jazz Quintet on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:39:00 PST

Jazz Jam Sessions in Boston, MA

Went to Wally's last night to play.  I have not been there in a while.  The place was packed.....not with an audience, but with musicians.  Thats cool...but everyone cant take 15 minute...
Posted by Lance Houston Jazz Quintet on Sun, 13 Apr 2008 05:03:00 PST

Developing new styles and approaches to jazz improvisation

Currently working on writing new songs and collaborating with different artists.  Developing a growing interest in film score and documentaries
Posted by Lance Houston Jazz Quintet on Sat, 05 Apr 2008 07:19:00 PST