Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Great deal to take advantage of for Saturday the 13th at Vino Vixens. See you there!http://ping.fm/H4hFE

Monday, November 8, 2010

Saturday is almost here! Hope to see you at Vino Vixens! http://ping.fm/eoYLX?eid=160430587307907

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Check out a couple small changes to the website. www.johndmusic.com

Friday, October 29, 2010

Solo project getting off and running tonight. Going into the studio for a couple hours to revive "Gemin's Mark". Updates to come!

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

New poster has been finished for the Nov. 13th gig. Don't forget to reserve your spot. www.johndmusic.com

Saturday, October 9, 2010

Be sure to visit www.johndmusic.com to purchase your advance copy of the Steve Hall Quintet + 1 DVD recording.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

New projects announced at www.johndmusic.com. Check out the new events as well.

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Climbing the ?Summit? - A review from Harrelson Artist John Dover on the B-flat Summit Jazz built by Jason Harrelson of Harrelson trumpets

Jason and I discussed very closely the ideas behind my personal Summit. I wanted a horn that I could comfortably play in more intimate settings without loosing any of the capabilities I strive for on with my Harrelson 909. I wanted something that would amplify the sound I had in my head. I wanted a horn that would lend itself to provide a lush, rich, warm sound. A great ballad horn that was not a flugel. Something that would allow me to play right next to someone without them wincing from sonic overload.

In the end I settled upon his #4 lead pipe, medium large bore, and his special #7 bell. This combination is designed by Jason to provide the player with an open blow and relatively dark timbre. The bell is the largest bell in the Harrelson line up. My own personal input was to not have any spit valves and no stopper on the third valve slide. I chose the option of no spit valves mostly from an aesthetic stand point. What I received is a horn with a clean distinctive line to it and a warm broad sound that fills any size room from all directions. Though I am just a few days into my acclimation, I am already realizing the potential application of this horn to my playing.

I am able to play with an even greater dynamic range. I can play the softest melodies without loosing the integrity of the sound. I am able to beef up the volume to put some true fire and passion into a solo without sending the listener away with broken ear drums. I have found no loss or restriction in my range or flexibility; if anything the design and construction of this horn allow for much of those elements to just lock in and be more easily facilitated than any standard horn I have worked with.

I definitely prefer my 909 for the majority of my work. The brilliance and projection that I get from my 909 are still unmatched for rock, classical, and lead work. Of course, I was not looking to replace my 909 in the first place, but rather to add a horn that allows me to bring a new spectrum of colors to the palette.

My Summit is not for everyone or everything. It is for me and what I had it built for. Would most players enjoy playing it? An adamant yes. It is truly a fun horn to have on the face. It is agile, it is warm, and it is perfectly built for what I do and what I wanted it to do. I look very forward to taking it into the studio in the coming months to see how it comes off with a mic in front of it.

As with my 909 Jason has really outshone my expectations in delivering a truly fantastic, custom-built instrument. The Harrelson shop should be your first and only call if you know what you want and you want it done by the best. Many horn makers build horns so you will sound how they want you to sound. Jason builds horns so you can sound how YOU want to sound for the jobs that YOU do.

Friday, July 16, 2010

Come join me for my upcoming shows in July and August. Lot's of fun projects in the works. http://ping.fm/apObr

Thursday, July 15, 2010

New dates announced at http://ping.fm/IJtvE Come on out

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Getting very excited for the new horn. Harrelson Trumpets always comes through with the highest quality in craftmanship. I love working with Jason! www.harrelsontrumpets.com

Monday, July 5, 2010

New short video up for Steve Hall Quintet. Come out to the Air Museum in Macminville on the 23rd to see us live! http://ping.fm/5Tw1R

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

The rough tracks for the Steve Hall Quintet CD are in. Now comes the fun part. Stay tuned for more updates.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

Studio day with the Steve Hall Quintet. Buttermilk pancakes, hash browns, sausage, and coffee on deck. Hey a boys gotta stay fueled up you know!

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

New promotional video for Harrelson Trumpets. (www.harrelsontrumpets.com) Hope you enjoy!
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Sunday, January 17, 2010

Down at the Mississippi Pizza Pub tonight with the Steve Hall Quintet. Down beat is at 9 PM so come on out and enjoy some great tunes and great food. www.stevehallquintet.com