Douglas, Dave - Alloy

In a major new compositional statement, trumpeter, Dave Douglas, returns with 'Alloy', alongside two thrilling young trumpeters: UK native, Alexandra Ridout, now living in New York, and Dave Adewumi, from New Hampshire and currently in the thick of the NYC contemporary improvised music scene.

Far from a trumpet blowout session, this is a warm-hewed, lyrical release featuring original compositions that highlight the many rich shades of brass, plus a stellar band of improvisers convened for the first time here. Aiming to bring together musicians in community, the writing features everybody as an organic whole and speaks to our need to live and breathe together as a unit. To cohere and coexist.

Renowned vibes player, Patricia Brennan, is on board, adding superb atmospherics to the proceedings. Originally from Perth, Australia, bassist, Kate Pass, is a new find in these circles,. Douglas’s long-time collaborator and Frisell colleague, Rudy Royston, brings his driving and cinematic drumming to the session. Recorded January 19, 2025, in New York City, this release opens a brand-new chapter for Douglas and the team.

'Alloy' was created for The Festival of New Trumpet Music, now in its 23rd season in New York. Live concerts at The Jazz Gallery on September 5 and 6 will celebrate the release date. Greenleaf Music is proud to support this release, which introduces this fun, rhythmic, melody-infected new music.