Stanley Jordan is amazing as ever
by Algis on 5/31/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamShow was great. Wish Stanley played a couple of classics like Stairway to Heaven and Elenor Rigby.
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The Los Angeles Times aptly stated, "Genius is a word often tossed around in musical circles, but it has been rightfully applied to Stanley Jordan."
In a career that took flight in 1985 with commercial and critical acclaim, guitar virtuoso STANLEY JORDAN has consistently displayed a chameleonic musical persona of openness, imagination, versatility and maverick daring. Be it bold reinventions of classical masterpieces or soulful explorations through pop-rock hits, to blazing straight ahead jazz forays and ultramodern improvisational works—solo or with a group—Jordan can always be counted on to take listeners on breathless journeys into the unexpected.
Key to Jordan’s fast-track acclaim was his mastery of a special technique on the guitar’s fretboard. Instead of conventional strumming and picking, Jordan's innovative "touch technique" is an advanced form of two-handed tapping. While a handful of other players were using similar techniques, Stanley’s fluid, multi-layered textures and sheer virtuosity raised the bar for excellence. But his technique, though impressive, is always a means to a musical end. His music is imbued with a warmth and sensitivity that has captured the imagination of listeners worldwide. A classically trained pianist before playing guitar, Jordan wanted greater freedom in voicing chords on his guitar, so he applied piano principles to do so. Jordan's touch technique allows the guitarist to play melody and chords simultaneously with an unprecedented level of independence. It also allows Jordan to play simultaneously on two different guitars, or even on guitar and piano. He says that “I think of it as a single instrument, but one with a wide range of tonal colors—that’s why I do it.”
To date Jordan has performed in over 60 countries on 6 continents. During the 1980s he collaborated with a diverse array of artists, including performances with Art Blakey and Richie Cole and recordings with Stanley Clarke and Kenny Rogers. The track with Rogers, "Morning Desire", became America's #1 country song in 1986. Later Jordan became a frequent guest with Les Paul during Paul's legendary Monday nights at Iridium in New York.
Today Jordan performs frequently as a soloist and with his band, as well as collaborating with other guitarists such as Kevin Eubanks, Sharon Isbin and Muriel Anderson. He's also a frequent guest with jam bands such as the Dave Matthews Band, the String Cheese Incident, Phil Lesh, Moe and Umphrey's McGee.
Rating: 4 out of 5 Rating: 4 out of 5 Stanley Jordan and Kevin Eubanks Show
by Maliksul2k4 on 5/20/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamThe show was great Stanley Jordan was just outstanding and when he played the piano and guitar at the same time it was just amazing, Kevin Eubanks was great as well, although I would have like to had seen them with a full band it was almost like an unplugged show, as they played as with each other and by themselves
Rating: 5 out of 5 Unexpected
by selmer1206 on 5/20/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamMy wife and I didn't really know what to expect from this concert. I really wasn't that familiar with either Stanley Jordan nor Kevin Eubanks. I purchased two tickets for my wife and myself about 6 rows from the stage. The seats were separated by two other seats. We negotiated with another couple and were able to sit together. We were immediately impressed with the skill and talent of these two incredible musicians. I couldn't determine if Stanley Jordan was plucking or just tapping the strings of his guitar. It seemed is if he was playing two instruments at once. Seeming to not pay much attention to each other Mr. Jordan and Mr. Eubanks played with incredible syncronization. The incredible sounds produced defy description. When we thought it couldn't get any better, Mr. Jordan then actually played two instruments simultaneously (Guitar and Piano) to a standing ovation. We now have a very profound respect and admiration for these two very talented musicians. I don't believe I can hear any other guitar player without comparing them to these two and I fear most if not all will fall short of reaching their level of mastery of the instrument. We can't say enough to describe our enjoyment of their performance!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Excellent Performance - A Rare Gem of Versatility
by LPCMorrisville on 5/19/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamThis was another stellar performance by Stanley Jordan and Kevin Eubanks was fantastic. The performance done by the 2 artists together was one of my all time favorites. It's been a long time since I have heard 2 guitar greats jam at the level of intensity and tightenness as these two....
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stanley Jordan was Extraordinary!!!
by Funny2me2 on 5/19/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamTo play the guitar and piano simultaneously, how dexterous!!!! It alone was worth the price of admission. My apology for not having someone of his caliber of talent not introduced, shameful. However, Stanley Jordan did not slight us, he was simply extraordinary!!!! Kevin jammed!
Rating: 3 out of 5 Stanley Jordan & Kevin Eubanks
by JazzNdu on 5/19/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamGood show, excellent guitar work. Music a little eclectic, ore in line with Stanley than Kevin. All in all an good show
Rating: 5 out of 5 Outstanding
by PHoffman on 5/19/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamA wonderfully entertaining evening with two outstanding jazz guitarists--Stanley Jordan and Kevin Eubanks. My only disappointment was that there are no CDs of them playing together. But it guarantees that I will be hearing them again.
Rating: 5 out of 5by Busterwg on 5/19/13Carolina Theatre - Durham Stanley Jordan and Kevin Eubanks two of the best guitarist I have every heard
Rating: 5 out of 5 Never seen anything like it!
by salamibolognasandwich on 5/19/13Carolina Theatre - DurhamThese musicians are a must see. The way Kevin Eubanks created sound with his guitar it seemed to extend beyond the scope of possibility. Stanley Jordan's ambidextrous guitar piano duet with himself was like nothing I have ever seen. Truly awe inspiring.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stanley Jordan Never Dissapoints
by leeanthony on 11/8/11Ritz Theatre - JacksonvilleThe Ritz Theater in Jacksonville, FL was the intimate setting for this rare performance from one of the most talented musicians to ever walk this fine planet. While the venue lacked a true stage (limiting what we could see) it added a historical feel to the evening and made us feel quite welcome. Stanley was off the hook as usual. Many musicians can play both piano and guitar, but how many do both at the same time? The music ranged from Mozart to Katy Perry to abstract originals that channeled Frank Zappa and not once did my jaw un-drop. The power trio included the outstanding Kenwood Dennard on drums and mind-blowing Zirque Bonner on bass. Jordan heavily involved both in some serious jamming all night. Always worth seeing Stan the Man!
Rating: 4 out of 5 Stanley Jordan was amazing
by luvone on 11/7/11Ritz Theatre - JacksonvilleNice cozy enviorment to chill and listen to good music .
Rating: 5 out of 5by luvone on 11/7/11Ritz Theatre - Jacksonville Awesome! That wig he had on threw me for a loop though!
Rating: 3 out of 5 Stanley on his own is AMAZING!
by Shewholovesmusic on 8/28/09Jazz Alley - SeattleStanley Jordan is incredible. Absolutely incredible. I could have done without the 5 minute drum solo's that didn't match the music at all (think nice, soothing jazz with animal from the muppet show going to town on the drums). It didn't fit. The dummer is good.....but it totally took away from the experience of the music. If you can get over that, it was a very nice show. This is the first time I have ever heard Stanley's music and I was honestly blown away by his talent.