“Martin Speake is one of the most interesting and rewarding alto saxophonists now playing jazz on any continent.”
—Thomas Conrad, Jazz Times
INTRODUCTION
Citing Charlie Parker, Paul Motian, Lee Konitz, Keith Jarrett, Ornette Coleman and Rabih Abou Khalil amongst his major influences, Martin Speake has developed a personal musical voice that expresses a deep understanding of the history and language of Jazz and an individuality as an improviser that is intelligent, melodic, cool, complex, direct, beautiful and profound.
A member of the saxophone quartet Itchy Fingers in the 80s, he has recorded 23 albums as leader including the internationally acclaimed ECM release Change Of Heart with Paul Motian, Bobo Stenson and
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LATEST RELEASES
HIDDEN VISION
The Arrangements of Charlie Rees
NOTHING SAID
Alyson Cawley & Martin Speake
CURRENT PROJECTS
Charukesi
For 30 years alto saxophonist, composer & and improviser Martin Speake has been exploring non-Western rhythmic and melodic approaches inspired by the music of many cultures.