In 2007, The Caribbean Jazz Project was performing at the Scranton Jazz Festival, the opening act that evening was an organ trio featuring Ron Oswanski (organ), Marko Marcinko (drums), and Joel Frahm (tenor sax). I remember standing on the side of the stage listening to this group and was mesmerized by the texture of sound from the organ and drums. I was also intrigued with the flexibility of playing as a trio. Being quite curious about how the organ and drums would sound with vibraphone and or marimba I contacted Marko and Ron about getting this sound together. After rehearsing and playing various gigs, featuring some originals and unique arrangements of old standards I am happy to introduce you to this interesting concept; The Organik Vibe Trio. Hope you enjoy the music.
Dave Samuels |