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Bill Frisell

Bill Frisell

Born: 18th March 1951, Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.

Nationality: American

Artist's website: https://www.billfrisell.com/

William Richard Frisell is an American jazz guitarist, composer and arranger. Frisell first came to prominence at ECM Records in the 1980s, as both a session player and a leader. He went on to work in a variety of contexts, notably as a participant in the Downtown Scene in New York City where he formed a long working relationship with composer and saxophonist John Zorn. He was also a longtime member of veteran drummer Paul Motian's groups from the early 1980s until 2011 (upon Motian’s death). Since the late 1990s, Frisell's output as a bandleader has also integrated prominent elements of folk, country, rock ‘n’ roll and Americana.

Further Reading: Bill Frisell

Recording of the Week, Ron Miles - Old Main Chapel

This live recording made over a decade ago sees the cornet player, who sadly passed away during the pandemic, join forces with long-term collaborators Bill Frisell and Brian Blade for a nuanced performance of subtle delicacy and emotional gravitas.

Interview, Bill Frisell on Michael Gibbs

Following a string of recent UK dates, the American guitarist discusses the former mentor whom he had the privilege of working with on his latest album, Orchestras, as well as how he keeps his own beloved trio in such good order.

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