Much like pianists owned 2010, 2011 has proven to be the Year of the Tenor—even if by coincidence, rather than trend. Sonny Rollins remains the undisputed world champion, of course, with James Carter, Joe Lovano, David Murray, and David S. Ware the top-ranked contenders in their respective divisions. But the undercard has an abundance of talent as well. Although the following survey is hardly comprehensive—those CDs do keep piling up—it at least gives you some idea of... More >>>