Tenor Sax
Started in 1997
Musical Background: Varied, having played with the likes of the Centenials and the Duke Spihre Big Band, in addition to forming his own octet and quintets.
Favorite Musicians: Stan Getz, Zoot Sims, Gerald Mulligan and Paul Desmond
Favorite Music: Ballads
Wishes he could play like: Stan Getz
Song that best describes him: Early Autumn by Woody Herman Band
Family: Wife Betty Ann, Children Mark, James, Jr., and Michelle
School: School 14, East High, Brockport State Teachers College
Vocation: Retired School Teacher. Now custom-builds cabinets and remodeling
Hobbies/Interests: Camping, traveling, cabinet work, playing music
Why the Greece Jazz Band? Jim learned about the Greece Jazz Band from former drummer Art Hightower. He joined because he loves playing big band music, and enjoys improvising on solos the best.
Interesting Facts/Stories: Jim is so hip that his right hip fell apart and had to be replaced!
Quote: "I just enjoy swingin'"