Bands of MST

Mary-Sue Tobin (MST) is involved in more bands and projects than can be counted. But, here is a list of three of the more venerable ensembles she plays a leading role in.

 
 
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The Quadraphonnes

Passionate about the saxophone, its characteristics and possibilities, The Quadraphonnes are adventurous! These strong, talented, ladies break the boundaries of the saxophone quartet with their mighty chops, tantalizing grooves, soaring solos and dynamic vocals. Covering a variety of musical styles from jazz-funk-pop, to avant-garde, gypsy-punk and classical, the Quads put on a great show!

 
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MSQ - Mary Sue QUartet / quintet

MSQ is led by saxophonist Mary-Sue Tobin (The Quadraphonnes, PJCE, Rebirth of the Cool and others), an esteemed member of the Portland jazz community. Active in many musical projects as a performer and band-leader, Mary-Sue is excited to introduce the latest version of the MSQuartet /Quintet, featuring some of the original members as well as a couple of new additions.

 
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Rebirth of the cool

David Watson is Re-Birthing The Cool: Bebop N Beyond, plays the original music of ‘The Birth Of The Cool’ written by Gerry Mulligan, Miles Davis/Gil Evans, Chet Baker, Dave Pell and Bill Holman plus the hip arrangements of Pete Petersen and originals by David Watson.

NEW ALBUM FROM DAVID WATSON’S RE-BIRTHING THE COOL NOW AVAILABLE!

DOWNLOAD DIGITAL FILE OR PURCHASE A CD HERE:

https://sonomajazz.com/the-ludlow-affair/

One of the bands I have been a member of for quite some time, Re-Birthing the Cool, has a new album, straight off the presses!

Way back in December 2019 we recorded, well Bob Stark recorded, and we played a bunch of cool tunes. Some top notch playas: Paul Mazzio, Pete Petersen, Lee Wuthenow, David Kim, Ed Bennett, Ed Pierce, Alyssa Schwary, Stan Bock, Justin Copeland, Perry Thoorsell.
Many arrangements and originals by band members.

PURCHASE THE CHRISTMAS ALBUM HERE:

https://sonomajazz.com/his-happy-feeling-2/#

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MSQ (Quintet or Quartet)

The MSQuartet (MSQ) is led by saxophonist Mary-Sue Tobin. The MSQuartet, in its current form, performs both originals as well as original arrangements of standards in the style of Benny Golson, Cannonball Adderly, Dexter Gordon, Carla Bley, Wayne Shorter, and other favorites. Tonight’s incarnation of the group features Ken Ollis on drums, Jon Shaw on bass, David Kim on piano and special guest Pete Peterson on tenor saxophone.

 The MSQuartet line up includes former members Bill Athens on bass (Trio Subtonic, Mary Kadderly, Ben Darwish, Shirley Nanette and others) as well as drummer and PJCE recording artist Ken Ollis.  Up and coming jazz piano superstar, David Kim is a recent addition.

Additional bands and projects over the years include:

Eugene Reggae All Stars

Synergy

Dub Squad

DK Stewart

Snow Bud and the Flower People

Chris Newman (Purchase the CD here: https://chrisnewmandeluxecombo.bandcamp.com/album/xmas)

Loud Sistah

MST and the A List (Purchase the CD here: http://www.amazon.com/Stick-Your-Ear-MST-List/dp/B0007GF9MQ)

Flatland

Paxselin Quartet (Purchase the CD here: http://www.amazon.com/Hollow-Earth-Paxselin-Quartet/dp/B00104KGYK)

Andrew Oliver Sextet

Sound for the Organization of Society

Noah Bernstein Six

Industrial Jazz Group

Soul Vaccination

Patrick Lamb

Ellen Whyte

John Bunzo

The Fun Machine

Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble

Portland Jazz Orchestra

Art Abrams Big Band

Lily Wilde Orchestra

The Let’s Dance Band

The Border Patrol Big Band

Oregon Symphony Pops

Dan Duval Sextet

Rhythm Dogs

Yaazda

Joy Tribe

The Midnight Seven

Esperanza Spalding

Tom Sandall

Jujuba

Caliente

Temptations

Bobby Caldwell

Garcia Birthday Band

Jerry Joseph Band

Debra Arlyn & the Goodness

Redray Frazier

The Next Waltz

Andrew Durkin Group

Billy Shears Orchestra

Tony Starlight’s Orchestra

Pete Peterson’s Sextet

Cubaneo

Harry James Ghost Orchestra

Catherine Feeny and Chris Johnedis (Purchase the CD here: http://pjce.bandcamp.com/album/live-at-alberta-street-pub)