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Lines of Influence

by Tom Knific Quartet

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Tom Knific Quartet - Eidas Retsis 05:39
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2.
Eleanor Rigby 07:32
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3.
Home Bass 06:59
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4.
Lines of Influence 04:34
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5.
Little Wonder 06:08
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6.
Gotta Give It Up 05:40
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Can A Good Thing Last Forever 05:53
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Tom Knific has long been on the jazz faculty at Western Michigan University, while he also co-founded the Western Jazz Quartet in the mid-'70s in addition to recording several "CDs prior to this one as a leader. The veteran bassist is joined by several alumni of his jazz studies program, including his son John on piano, tenor saxophonist Chris Beckstrom, and drummer Keith Hall, plus percussionist Ryan Andrews. "Lines of Influence" is a thoughtful ballad co-written by father and son, a subtle, reflective tune with a spirit of hope. The leader's "Little Wonder" is an excellent showcase for each of the soloists, while his "Home Bass" is a funk-fest. Hall and Beckstrom each contributed valuable originals to the date as well. The arrangement of the Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby" transforms it into a tense cooker, while their take on Joshua Redman's "Can a Good Thing Last Forever?" is pure soul-jazz. In spite of his many contributions, Tom Knific remains one of the best-kept secrets in jazz; he deserves to be more widely known."

- Ken Dryden, Rovi
All Music Guide Review

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released February 24, 2009

Tom Knific, bass
John Knific, piano
Keith Hall, drums
Chris Beckstrom, sax
Ryan Andrews, percussion

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Tom Knific has performed on tour and on record with Randy Brecker, Art Farmer, Dave Brubeck, and others. He co-led the the first live interactive jazz concert multi-cast world wide over the Internet. He received the Down Beat magazine Achievement in Jazz Education award in 2004. Tom is professor of bass and director of jazz studies at Western Michigan University and leader of the WJQ. ... more

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