Harry Allen interviewed by Monk Rowe, Chautauqua, New York, September 13, 1997 [transcript]
Table of Contents: Biography -- Influenced by Scott Hamilton -- First instrument: Accordion/Learning chords -- Making contacts/Oliver Jackson -- Thought process while improvising -- Distancing self from major influences -- Choosing college to be near New York/Observation about other students only listening to Charlie Parker and John Coltrane -- Goal of being able to bring his own band -- Future of jazz parties -- Critics: hype determining success -- Favorite recording: "the latest one" -- Working with lots of recording companies -- Influences: young players' choice of heroes -- Hope for the future of jazz audience -- About Kenny G -- Conclusion: Touring in Europe and Japan.
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Harry Allen interviewed by Monk Rowe, Chautauqua, New York, September 13, 1997 [transcript]