Person's 2001 HighNote Records release, 'Blue Velvet,' finds the saxophonist exploring a selection of standards and soulful originals. The album continues his decades-long exploration of accessible, melody-driven jazz.
- 'Blue Velvet' was released on November 13, 2001, by HighNote Records.
- The album features Person on tenor saxophone, supported by a trio of piano, bass, and drums.
- The repertoire includes a mix of jazz standards and more contemporary R&B-influenced tunes.
Houston Person is a tenor saxophonist from Hardigree, Georgia, known for his work in soul jazz and R&B. By 2001, he had released over 30 albums as a leader, cementing his reputation as a prolific and consistent presence in the genre.
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