Smooth
Jazz Sax player CHARLEY LANGER - Featured on the WEATHER CHANNEL -
Listen as Charley introduces a couple of tracks from his album "Never the Same"
and we talk about traveling to Sacramento, CA.
Charley Langer lives with his wife
and family in Greater Sacramento, California and will talk about his music,
introduce tracks and give some tips on visiting Sacramento.
A classically-trained saxophonist, Charley developed his technique under such
masters of the instrument as Vincent Gnojek, Douglas Masek, and Laura Hunter.
His experience includes numerous live venues, television, and radio; as well as
performances with notables Morton Gould, John Adams, Zita Carno, the Pacific
Symphony Orchestra, and others.
During a temporary relocation to Hawaii, Charley worked as a sideman for local
entertainers, including island chart-topper Jon Basebase ("Suddenly"), the Bobby
King Royal Combo, and the Willie Barton Orchestra. More recently, he has played
and/or recorded with contemporary Christian artists Annie Herring, Julie Meyer,
Chris DuPre, Pablo Perez, and Gregg Stone.
After having been a contributing performer on numerous independent recordings,
Charley has released his debut solo CD, Never the Same. To help
perfect this mixture of jazz and rock, Charley enlisted drummer/producer Ron
Wikso, who has shared the stage with numerous rock legends. Another prominent
musician on the album is guitarist Kurt Griffey who, like Wikso, boasts an
impressive resume of rock gigs and adds a unique flavor to Charley's songs that
make this album stand out. Never The Same features world-class bassist Alphonso
Johnson (Weather Report), keyboardist Wally Minko (Jean Luc Ponty), and
percussionist Michito Sanchez (Joe Sample). The title cut is currently receiving
daily nationwide airplay on The Weather Channel.
Although Charley's current musical focus is on recording and composition, he
still makes time to perform with the award-winning Sacramento band, Steelin' Dan, and other
local projects.
Quotes about Charley Langer
"The songs are stunning… from the opening, title track, “Never
the Same” (which is currently being featured on the Weather Channel) to the
adventurous 'Epifania,' to the trad jazz of 'Upside Down,' to the deep and lush
ballad 'Gray Skies' which brings to mind classic John Klemmer. NEVER THE SAME is
a lovely recording from beginning to end and guaranteed listening pleasure for
sax fans! " — Sandy Shore, SmoothJazz.com
"Once you listen, you'll find that Charley has both a great understanding and
appreciation for the instrument and music which he plays so masterfully. He's a
class act all the way and his music is a true reflection of his dedication and
spirit." — Bret Robertson, More Than Noise
"I have to say: what I like about Charley's music is its originality. To be
honest with you, there are times I get asked to play stuff, and when I listen to
it, I think, mmm - this could be anybody. But Charley's stuff felt very
refreshing." — Graeme Holiday, Phoenix 98 FM
"Charley Langer doesn't waste these tracks. If you take the time to listen, each
one reveals a different side of his musical personality... What we see here is a
jazz musician as jack of all trades, and a darn good one, to boot."
— Dan MacIntosh, Indie-Music.com
"Saxophonist Charley Langer has assembled a fantastic group of accomplished
musicians for his debut album. Never The Same...is a real treat for listeners
who crave something new and exciting from the same old same old 'smooth jazz'
genre."
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Listen
to Charley Langer talk about music & about visiting Sacramento, Lake Tahoe
& Napa California
Smooth
Jazz Sax player CHARLEY LANGER - Featured on the WEATHER CHANNEL -
Listen as Charley introduces a couple of tracks from his album "Never the Same"
and we talk about traveling to Sacramento, CA.
