L.A.6 Jazz Sextet
Chiefly made up of musicians based in the Los Angeles area who came together over 13 years ago, L.A.6 continues to evolve their very unique sound, performing contemporary straight-ahead jazz filled with wonderfully creative solos riding tight ensemble playing. L.A.6 exemplifies the current state of West Coast jazz by retaining the rich small ensemble arranging style developed in California during the 1950s, coupled with a contemporary approach to small group playing. In addition to Ira, L.A.6 features Clay Jenkins, Tom Peterson, Rich Eames, Jeff D'Angelo and Dick Weller. Their debut recording has earned high praise - reviews and listening samples are available on their website.
Ira has been a member of the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra for over 25 years now, and is one of the few original members, along with Clay Jenkins, George Bohanon, and Maurice Spears. Some of the highlights have included numerous recordings with Diana Krall, Natalie Cole, Dr. John, Barbara Morrison, Charles Aznavour,Ernestine Anderson, Milt Jackson,Tranje Oosterhaus, Leon Russell, and their very own CHJO instrumental recordings featuring the talents of all the members with-in the band.