W. Marsalis' Jazz Orch @ Linc Ctr Celebrate Joe Temperley

Joe Temperley was being honored by Wynton & members of his orchestra.  The real honor was being in the audience to hear one of the most phenomenal jazz artists working today.  Born in Scottland in 1929, Temperley at 85 plays with the majesty and command that most musicians hope to maintain at their peak.   Joe's age or rather timelessness, was a running joke from Wynton & his bandmates.  Or, as Joe put it "we're a band of brothers."  The respect, the love and the unmitigated admiration from members of the Jazz Orch were shared.  Members of the Orch rose to speak fondly with humor & humility of their relationship with Temperley; an original members of Marsalis' Jazz Orch.  During Temperley's early career in the states he performed & recorded with many jazz legends: Ellington, Herman, Rich.  Temperley played for the B'wy show Sophisticated Ladies & on the soundtrack for the film Cottonclub.  The evening's program consisted of compositions by Ellington, Marsalis & Carter. The arrangements were made by members of the orchestra.  I was delightfully surprised that Temperley played the for the entire program and the full warmth & richness of his alto sax playing shone on every piece.  The "Band of Brothers" played great jazz last night. They paid a joyous tribute to the talents and attributes of a highly respected musician & individual.  It was a cool evening of jazz and a warm celebration.  The Jazz Orch @ Lincoln Ctr. is world renown for their musical virtuosity.  The "Band" should also be acknowledge for their graciousness & humility.  It was a privilege to be caught up in the windfall of stupendous music and shared memories.