Last night we had the pleasure of seeing Jazz legend Herbie Hancock. I remember I was in the sixth grade at Robert Gray Middle School in Portland, OR. During lunch kids were break-dancing in the gym and listening to Herbie Hancock’s famous song "Rockit". I recognized the name Herbie Hancock from my dad’s record collection. I asked dad “Isn’t Herbie a Jazz guy?” Dad: “When he chooses to be.” Ever since I have listened to Herbie and enjoyed all his different styles of music making. Last night I finally got to see Herbie for the first time and he didn’t disappoint. His band was rounded out by world class musicians: Chris Potter-tenor saxophone, Dave Holland-bass, Vinny Colaiuta-drums, and Lionel Lueke- guitar, all of which lead their own groups and frequently play Jazz Alley. They played songs from Herbie’s newest CD, “River” which won “Album of the Year” at the Grammys. They also played many of his famous songs including Maiden Voyage, and Chameleon. It was a top notch performance from arguably the most famous Jazz musician ever. It’s even better when you are in the sixth row in front of the piano.

_Marc Fendel------ Seattle Drum School Georgetown