Frank Catalano Quartet at Jazz at Kitano

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Signed to Chicagos Delmark Records as a teenaged-native-son-protg of Von Freeman, the now 41-year-old Frank Catalano has become a distinctive improviser, prolific composer, patented inventor, brand ambassador, and unparalleled collector of vintage saxophones. With his distinctive voices, both in speech and on saxophone, Frank exudes infectious enthusiasm. He has been described as a traveling locus of creative energy -- seemingly interested in, and good at everything. Frank Catalano - Sax Theo Hill - Piano Jay Anderson - Bass Adam Nussbaum - Drums
Catalano, who bought his first sax at 12 with the money he saved mowing lawns, is a member of a small, but exclusive club: young musicians who have experienced and worked with the greatness of people like Charles Earland, Tony Bennett, Von Freeman and Randy Brecker.