Power Play by Ralph Bowen

Saxophonist Ralph Bowen brings forward a full complement of tour de force performances on his 2011 release "Power Play." Highlighted by a strong program of new compositions by Bowen, the album also features powerful showings by the stellar pianist Orrin Evans, the solid bassist Kenny Davis and the ever exciting drummer Donald Edwards, all of whom work seamlessly together to keep the session in the pocket. Most of all, Bowen shoots and scores with his effortless mastery and melodic brilliance on his saxophone, and "Power Play" is a hard hitting collection of performances that will certainly entertain jazz enthusiasts again and again with amazement and delight.

Saxophonist Ralph Bowen is clearly recognized as a master of his instrument by his fellow musicians, the jazz writers, and music fans worldwide. Originally recognized for his work on the New York jazz scene as co-leader of the group Out Of The Blue, Bowen has performed and recorded over the last two decades with a veritable who's who of the biggest names in Jazz