Tuesdays on the Tube

Tuesdays on the Tube: J.J. Johnson/Kai Winding

August 5, 2014 Jeremy Smith 3080 Views J.J. Johnson, jazz, kai winding, Trombone, youtube

This week’s selection is J.J. Johnson and Kai Winding, one of the great jazz duos on trombone. Their album, The Great Kai and J.J., was one of the first jazz albums I bought and it has set a standard for jazz in my books. Not only being great soloists but also being a great duet, their ensemble playing is fantastic.

This video shows great harmonies and great technique. One of my favorite characteristics about legendary jazz players is how effortless they look while playing. They are able to convey creativity to the listeners and make it sound so easy.

Enjoy this video of a Hoosier and Danish-American trombone duo. Hopefully this will spark interest in listening to more of their playing this week.

Cheers and Vinyl!

Jeremy Smith

Jeremy E. Smith is the Founder and Editor of Last Row Music. He received music degrees from Grace College, Carnegie Mellon University, and The Ohio State University. Currently, Jeremy is the bass trombonist of the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra and performs throughout Ohio, where he lives with his wife and two sons. Smith is a member of the International Trombone Association and the Jazz Journalists Association.