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A Case-fitter is a craftsman who assembles the different parts of the watch case to house the movement in its exact dimensions. Guitarist Jeff Swanson’s newest project looks at this concept from a musician’s standpoint and allows a wide range of influences to make it’s way into the repertoire. Accompanied by some of Chicago’s finest open-minded musicians, the group explores improvisations and sound collages while piecing together Swanson’s compositions in real-time.
"The Crashing Wave" was recorded live at The Whistler on April 25, 2017 during Case-fitter's month-long Tuesday night residency. As the month progressed the band expanded...
April 4:
Jeff Swanson (guitar), Greg Artry (drums), Lane Beckstrom (bass)
April 11:
Jeff Swanson (guitar), Greg Artry (drums), Lane Beckstrom (bass)
+ Quentin Coaxum (trumpet), Paul Bedal (keyboards)
April 18:
Jeff Swanson (guitar), Greg Artry (drums), Lane Beckstrom (bass)
+ Quentin Coaxum (trumpet), Paul Bedal (keyboards)
+ Dustin Laurenzi (tenor saxophone), Greg Ward (alto saxophone)
April 25:
Jeff Swanson (guitar), Greg Artry (drums), Lane Beckstrom (bass)
+ Quentin Coaxum (trumpet), Paul Bedal (keyboards)
+ Dustin Laurenzi (tenor saxophone), Greg Ward (alto saxophone)
+ Artie Black (bass clarinet and tenor saxophone)
credits
released February 23, 2018
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Photo by Jacob Hand
Recorded by David Zuchowski
Mixed and mastered by Anthony Gravino
supported by 49 fans who also own “The Crashing Wave”
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