Doug White, composer, singer, and tenor saxophonist, is a well-known figure in Europe and the East Coast. He founded Juniper Records, an independent jazz record label. Since the 1970’s, White has been a star at the helms of his own quartets and trios. Doug White’s program includes bop, ballads and catchy originals. He also performs great standards, blues and modern-style improvising. He has also performed at many European festivals, including Ireland’s Guinness Jazz Festival. His story was featured on RTE television and on BBC World Service. He has also performed with Milt Hinton, Tommy Flanagan, Joe Puma and was mentored by Miles Davis and Warne Marsh early in his career. Doug White, founder of Juniper Records, an independent jazz record label, was inspired by Sam Coslow, a film composer who was a key player in Paramount Pictures’ golden era. His standards are still widely known today. Doug scored the music for American Seagull. International media have given him positive reviews. One example is: “Recommended listening to young tenor players everywhere… jazz extemporisation of standards leaves no room for error, and Doug White passes the test with flying colors.” –Jack Carter, Crescendo International Magazine. Inspired Selection of Songs – From Charlie Parker’s “Crazelogy”, to Ornette Coleman’s “The Blessing”, these songs are inspired. New York Daily News, Hugh Wyatt. Bob Harrington, New York Daily News, called Doug’s live act “… “the perfect formula”. White sings with a smooth and breezy voice… light-hearted, playful jazz… vibrant, peppy, exceedingly well-played, and vibrant… White can croons beautifully, but he also likes to joke around with his lyrics at higher tempos. When he sings a song like “Embraceable You” or “I Can’t Get Started”, it’s straight from his heart. “Mr. White’s jazz pieces are sung in a high-tempo style that is both evocative and brillant. His upbeat arrangements feature well-crafted solos that are buoyant and skillfully formulated. John S. Wilson, New York Times. “A solid tenor saxophonist!” Gary Giddins Village Voice Doug is now based in Connecticut and his current band features some of New England’s best jazz musicians. The Doug White Quintet includes Chris Casey, Steve Porter, trumpeter Pat Casey, and Tido Holtkamp as drummer. Doug says that this band is more than “Doug with accompaniment”, each member brings their talents and personalities to the table. Doug and his group performed recently at New York’s Ashford and Simpsons Sugar Bar. They have also performed at G.W. They have also performed at CT venues such as G.W. Tavern, Washington Art Association and Roxbury Land Trust. Paul Lewis, the owner of Szechuan Japan, said about “Saxman White”, “Response was overwhelming…best to make reservations!” Doug White can also be heard on iTunes and Rhapsody. His CDs “Esplanade” and “The World of Doug White” have been a consistent favorite since their release. They are available on Amazon.com as well as juniperrecords.com. from http://dougwhitejazz.com
