Terry Gordon Quintet

The Terry Gordon Quintet’s creative, adventurous approach to original music has been a hallmark of the band since its inception. The unified group sound springs from the experienced, creative players that make up the quintet, who thoroughly enjoy bringing the material to life for the enjoyment of jazz audiences everywhere. The band’s music has been recognized with a 2025 Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards (Eddies Award) nomination for Jazz Artist of the Year, a New York State arts grant for composition, and has been featured in an Amazon TV show.

With the combination of creative players and unique original compositions, the Terry Gordon Quintet has created its own distinctive brand of musical excitement.

“There's a good reason these guys…are in such demand. Skilled individually, they know how to cook together and cruise at any tempo, to blend and burst into outer space.”
– Hoke's Jukebox

 

“an attractive recording…featuring fine compositions and excellent playing throughout.”
– International Trumpet Guild Journal

 

"a deft blend of straight-ahead jazz with blues, ballads, samba and funk."
– Nippertown.com

 

“This group’s strengths are many, from the proven writing skills of Gordon and saxophonist Eric Walentowicz, to the always-fiery approach of guitarist Michael-Louis Smith.”
– Metroland

 

“a fine disc of nine new jazz compositions…reflect(ing) a blend of tradition and innovation.”
– International Trumpet Guild Journal

 

“The rhythm section…cook(s) at just the right temperature to serve this disc up nearly perfectly.”
 – Jazz Review

 

“a great date filled with solid performances and inspired compositions.” 
– Albanyjazz.com

 

'their ensemble is tight and intuitive, their soloing bright and confident, their improvisation brash 
 and innovative.”
– All About Jazz
 

“high marks for the extent to which they ‘pushed the boundaries’ of traditional forms and  styles…in a live set this variety would certainly get noticed; something for everyone”
– Cadence  Magazine

 

“marvelous fluegelhorn…top notch players.” 
– Times Union

 

“From turbulent progressive tunes to flawless traditional-style material, their blend of chaos and clarity is remarkable…an extraordinary group.” 
– Metroland