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Greg Abate Quartet: 'Positive Energy'

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Marc Myers
May 14, 2025
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Alto saxophonist Greg Abate has been around. In addition to recording since 1980, Greg has won the admiration of leading players, from Herb Pomeroy and Rufus Reid to Kenny Barron and Phil Woods. He's one of the smoothest players, with a honey-coated tone and Parkerian speed and bluesy soul.


The new album, Positive Energy (Summit), showcases Greg at his v…

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