Dukish from Someday by Marc Copland
The ballad Dukish (Verheyen) begins with a mysterious and ethereal ostinato over which the composer plays a beautifully plaintive melody. A nod to Duke Ellington, Verheyen’s tune immediately creates and explores a deep mood.
Marc Copland, recognized for his unique style, is a prolific jazz pianist and composer. A longtime resident of New York, he was a close collaborator for nearly a half century with both John Abercrombie and Gary Peacock.. He has released almost 40 lead and solo albums since 1988, and has been a sideman on dozens more.