A Survivors Smile, by Gary Hassay (solo)

A Survivors Smile

by Gary Hassay (solo)

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1.	The International 07:26		buy track
2.	Rollin' Over 05:35	info	buy track
3.	I Know You Heard Me 04:52	info	buy track
4.	Blue Angel 01:56		buy track
5.	Sunday Morning 07:07		buy track
6.	9th Street 03:54		buy track
7.	Tinker's Lament 05:20		buy track
8.	Nose Bleed 03:13		buy track
9.	Daddy's Home 04:29		buy track
10.	Truce 04:27		buy track
11.	Harmonic Polka 02:39		buy track
12.	Another Year 05:01		buy track
13.	Told You So 02:30		buy track

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"This CD, in from Allentown (PA) based veteran alto sax improvisor Hassay, is an astounding collection of solo pieces. His sax is crystal-clear and superbly recorded, but the “meat” is in the motion he’s able to create for the listener – sans freneticism! Some SWEET moments – Gary has an uncanny knack for keeping the momentum,even on the slower sections! The improvisations are focused, without seeming planned, with clear statements that will (at times) move you to tears. He makes it seem like it was YOU out there in the middle of the forest, talking to the trees. Those unfamiliar with improv sax should use this as a starting point, because it has some of the best aural paintings I’ve heard in several years, truly music to your ears! This CD comes MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for adventurous souls of all persuasions!"

– Rotcod Zzaj - the improvisor

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released July 13, 2015

Gary Hassay, saxophones Engineered, Mixed and Mastered by Wayne Becker at Westwires Recording USA. Produced by Wayne Becker and Gary Hassay.

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