Happy birthday to one of my greatest heroes, Joe Henderson. Here he is at age 31 in 1968 and in total command of EVERYTHING. A universe of creativity and expression. Nobody took you on a trip like Joe. I miss him more these days than any of the ancestors. youtube.com/watch?v=4wazNs…
@Mark_Stryker I’ve mentioned before that I was on tenor in a semi-legal non-802 supper club in the late 60s when Joe walked in and, at my piano player’s urging, proceeded to uncase his ax and shred me. Very humbling but unforgettable. Came up with more unique riffs than anyone I think.
@Mark_Stryker Yeah Joe is one of my biggest influences! In my mind, he OWNED every session he was on - even as a sideman- especially various BlueNotes
@Mark_Stryker I'm currently working my through his 60s work with Dorham, starting with Una Mas and am not able to determine a favourite. Regards.
@Mark_Stryker His tribute to Strayhorn opened my ears to all the rest of Henderson.
@Mark_Stryker Praise thoroughly deserved. If you haven’t dug into Von Freeman fully, suggest you give him a good whirl.