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Adam Rafferty:
Steeped in the music of the bebop era and well-versed in the organ combo style as codified by Wes Montgomery and George Benson, Adam Rafferty has established himself as one of the most refined, recognizable guitarists in New York. His playing is distinguished by a warm tone, a biting attack, and an ability to swing hard - and melodically - in every situation. His chops are abundant, yet he makes a point of avoiding technical displays, seeking instead to lock in with his band and make every moment count. Adam's exceptional musicianship can be heard to full effect on his third CD (and his first trio outing), "Kush" (Consolidated Artists Productions 955), featuring music by Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Corea, John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, and of course, Adam Rafferty.
Born in New York City in 1969, Adam got his start playing with rock and R&B bands, and even co-led a rap group called "Raf and Cooly-C." He studied classical guitar at SUNY Purchase, but around 1987 he caught the jazz bug and began intensive studies with pianist Mike Longo, a member of Dizzy Gillespie's bands from '64 to '71. From Mike, Adam learned not only harmony and theory, but also the rhythmic principles that form the foundation of jazz - principles that Mike had learned from Dizzy Gillespie himself. Indeed, it is Adam's firm grasp of rhythm - his unfailing "pocket" - that sets his playing apart. He soon had gigs lined up in Harlem with organist Jimmy "Preacher" Robbins and trumpeter Tippy Larkin. Over the years he has supported groups featuring Frank Wess, Benny Golson, Gloria Lynn, and more ...
Steeped in the music of the bebop era and well-versed in the organ combo style as codified by Wes Montgomery and George Benson, Adam Rafferty has established himself as one of the most refined, recognizable guitarists in New York. His playing is distinguished by a warm tone, a biting attack, and an ability to swing hard - and melodically - in every situation. His chops are abundant, yet he makes a point of avoiding technical displays, seeking instead to lock in with his band and make every moment count. Adam's exceptional musicianship can be heard to full effect on his third CD (and his first trio outing), "Kush" (Consolidated Artists Productions 955), featuring music by Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Corea, John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, and of course, Adam Rafferty.
Born in New York City in 1969, Adam got his start playing with rock and R&B bands, and even co-led a rap group called "Raf and Cooly-C." He studied classical guitar at SUNY Purchase, but around 1987 he caught the jazz bug and began intensive studies with pianist Mike Longo, a member of Dizzy Gillespie's bands from '64 to '71. From Mike, Adam learned not only harmony and theory, but also the rhythmic principles that form the foundation of jazz - principles that Mike had learned from Dizzy Gillespie himself. Indeed, it is Adam's firm grasp of rhythm - his unfailing "pocket" - that sets his playing apart. He soon had gigs lined up in Harlem with organist Jimmy "Preacher" Robbins and trumpeter Tippy Larkin. Over the years he has supported groups featuring Frank Wess, Benny Golson, Gloria Lynn, and more ...
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