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Down Beat Magazine
solo transcription of
"Stella By Starlight"

"An examination of Saunders’ improv solo…shows the breathtaking melodies and never-ending supply of creative improvisations that make him a highly regarded player."

--Chris Chapman

Jazz Times
review of "Out of the Blue"

 "Saunders has brought audiences to their feet with solos, which are spectacular only in their continuity, flow, and ideas…Saunders may find himself one of the most talked about trumpeters of the 90’s."

--Doug Ramsey
International Trumpet Guild Journal
review of
"Out of the Blue"

"Breathtaking long lines of delicate swinging filigree…this set is a stunning musical experience…the way Art Pepper would have sounded had he played trumpet"

--Ron Lipka

L.A. Jazz Scene
Review of "Eclecticsm"

"The trumpet playing throughout is brilliant, with long lines of perfectly placed notes created in an unpredictable but ultimately logical fashion."

--Scott Yanow
All About Jazz
reivew of "Eclecticism"

"If you’ve not yet heard this master of the trumpet/flugelhorn, it’s time you did."

--Jack Bowers

Jazz Journal International review of
"Out of the Blue"

 "He really takes off on this one, but when does he draw breath!?"

--John Chadwick

"Carl Saunders—probably the best trumpet player you’ve never heard."

--Carl Fontana

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