Harvie Swartz

Harvie Swartz
Born: Dec 6, 1948 in Chelsea, MA
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Styles: Post-Bop
Biography: A superior and flexible bassist able to contribute to a wide variety of advanced settings, Harvie Swartz is perhaps best known for his series of duet recordings and performances with singer Sheila Jordan. Originally a pianist, he started playing bass fairly late (in 1967, when he was already 19) but ...Read full biography
In a Different Light
Released: 1990
Label: Rhino
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This is a very interesting set, for bassist Harvie Swartz had the opportunity to play with five of his favorite guitarists. There are lengthy workouts with guitarist Mike Stern and drummer Winard Harper ...Read full review
Smart Moves
Released: 1986
Label: Gramavision
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This release by bassist Harvie Swartz gives one the rare opportunity to hear altoist Charlie Mariano (long involved in world music) back in a fairly straight-ahead setting. Mariano and Swartz are joined ...Read full review
More Harvie Swartz albums: Main Albums (9)
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