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The Fringe, a jazz trio founded in 1972 that includes bassist John Lockwood and drummer Bob Gullotti, that performs regularly in the Boston area and has toured Portugal. The group has released three albums and still performs for thousands throughout the year. As you might expect after twenty-one years, the Fringe's individual members are so aware of each others playing that their music is extraordinarily cohesive, even in the midst of a three-way improvisation, and they always have something new to say with their music.
Consisting of saxophonist George Garzone, bassist John Lockwood, and drummer Bob Gullotti, the Fringe concentrate on making music at the absolute frontiers of jazz. Specifically, they do not play standards or pre-composed "tunes"; rather, one member will begin playing, and the others will join in with their own interpretations of the prevailing mood. The lack of a piano, guitar, or any other "chord" instrument opens up the tonal possibilities immensely, and the formi
Additional Content:
This website has various photos and links to the 40+ years of this amazing music.
Institution/Business Type:
Performing Group
Institution/Business Type:
Performing Group
Primary Discipline:
Music - GeneralAdditional Disciplines:
Willow Jazz Club
State: MADate: 4/2010Activity: Concert/performance/readingEmail:Phone: 617-262-6311
Technical Requirements:
Fee Range:
$3,000 - $8,000State of Residence:
MassachusettsMinimum Number of Performers:
3Maximum Number of Performers:
3Technical Requirements:
Fee Range:
$3,000 - $8,000State of Residence:
MassachusettsMinimum Number of Performers:
3Maximum Number of Performers:
3