Hal Galper

Hal Galper
Born: Apr 18, 1938 in Salem, MA
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Styles: Post-Bop
Biography: An excellent if generally overlooked advanced hard bop pianist, Hal Galper studied at Berklee (1955-1958) and then worked in many groups, including with Chet Baker, Stan Getz, the Brecker Brothers, Bobby Hutcherson, and with such singers as Joe Williams, Chris Connor, and Anita O'Day. He played electric ...Read full biography
Speak with a Single Voice
Released: 1978
Label: Enja
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The Brecker Brothers (tenor saxophonist Mike and trumpeter Randy) join pianist Hal Galper, bassist Wayne Dockery, and drummer Bob Moses for a set of high-quality modern hard bebop. The Breckers spent much ...Read full review
Now Hear This
Released: 1977
Label: Tokuma Japan Comm.
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Hal Galper has long been an underrated composer and pianist. This Enja release from 1977 finds him at the top of his game in both roles, leading a strong quartet with trumpeter Terumasa Hino, bassist ...Read full review
More Hal Galper albums: Main Albums (27), Compilations (1)
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