Vibist/composer Bobby Hutcherson: The View From The Inside.

Tonight's Jazz Feature is a special one as it spotlights a working band led by one of the bright lights of the vibraphone, the late Bobby Hutcherson. Bobby emerged in the 60s and played many styles of Jazz with his very adaptable concept and open mind. From straight-up swinging bop to the outer reaches of the avant-guard, Bobby was there. After resettling in the Bay Area Bobby formed this band with all San Francisco based players and they did a series of albums for Blue Note in the mid 70s.. With Bobby is tenor/soprano saxophonist Manny Boyd, pianist and electric pianist Larry Nash, bassist/ composer James Leary 111 and drum master Eddie Marshall. Bobby Hutcherson took the vibes to a whole new level and was touched by genius. We will hear that tonight. Bobby wrote 3 tunes for the date and Boyd wrote one and Leary contributed 2. One standard "For Heaven's Sake" ends the date. "The View from The Inside" is a wonderful example of Bobby Hutcherson's art and concept.Enjoy!