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Swingin' at Monks

On Streaming Platforms March 27

Stream or download the new single called Swingin' at Monks featuring Mike Sailors on trumpet, Andy Langham on piano, Ryan Hagler on bass and Daniel Dufour on drums. Presented by Bandstand Presents, this is the first single from Elias's brand new recording entitled Legacy, which will be released this summer. Listen to the music now!
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Elias Haslanger Meets Mike Sailors

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Tenor Saxophonist Elias Haslanger and trumpeter Mike Sailors join forces on Elias Haslanger Meets Mike Sailors. The album, available worldwide via Bandstand Presents, is a culmination of a musical friendship spanning Read more

Tenor Saxophonist Elias Haslanger and trumpeter Mike Sailors join forces on Elias Haslanger Meets Mike Sailors. The album, available worldwide via Bandstand Presents, is a culmination of a musical friendship spanning nearly two decades.

"Exactly the record you'd hope these gentlemen would make: swinging, bopping, bluesy, and badass." --Michael Toland, Austin Chronicle

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    One Hand Clap 4:27
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    History Book 6:34
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    El Marinero 5:20
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    For Nicole 6:31
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    That One Time 6:22
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    Today's New Groove 8:46
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    Spheres Of Influence 5:41
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    Down Through The Years 5:10
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    Top Dog 4:41
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    For The Moment 5:22
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For Being There

Elias Haslanger and Church On Monday

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For Being There was recorded live during three shows in early 2019 at The Continental Club Gallery in Austin, TX. The recording features 3 original compositions by band members and 5 songs from the jazz lexicon, and it Read more

For Being There was recorded live during three shows in early 2019 at The Continental Club Gallery in Austin, TX. The recording features 3 original compositions by band members and 5 songs from the jazz lexicon, and it truly captures the spirit and energy of Church on Monday at their weekly residency at The Gallery.

"With one foot in groove and the other in improvisational brio, Church on Monday gives a master class in balancing accessibility and self-expression." 4 stars -Michael Toland, Austin Chronicle

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    Our Miss Brooks 9:20
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    Bolivia 6:53
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    Black Door Jeannye 9:36
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    Soy Califa 6:29
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    For Being There 8:58
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    Evan's Theme 7:53
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    I'll Remember April 8:03
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    Midnight Creeper 8:28
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LIVE at The Gallery

Elias Haslanger and Church on Monday

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The follow up to the award-winning 2012 release Church on Monday, Elias and his band captured 2 nights of live music in front of an enthusiastic audience at the Continental Club Gallery in Austin. " [with] Dr. James Read more

The follow up to the award-winning 2012 release Church on Monday, Elias and his band captured 2 nights of live music in front of an enthusiastic audience at the Continental Club Gallery in Austin.

" [with] Dr. James Polk's intergalactic Hammond B-3 organ explorations, Haslanger's almost four-minute solo opening "Goin' Down" ascends only.... Four stars” -Raoul Hernandez, Austin Chronicle

"Haslanger's freewheeling licks roar with virtuosity and infectious joie de vivre." 4.5 stars -Michael Jackson, DownBeat

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    One For Daddy O 6:06
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    Watermelon Man 10:23
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    I Thought About You 8:52
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    Goin' Down 9:35
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    Song For My Father 9:52
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    Misty 11:00
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    Adam's Apple 9:44
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    In A Sentimental Mood 8:15
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Church On Monday

Elias Haslanger

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Featuring Dr. James Polk, B3 organ, Jake Langley, guitar, Scott Laningham, drums, Daniel Durham, bass, and Pete Rodriguez on congas/guiro, the recording recently completed a 12-week run on the JazzWeek radio charts, Read more

Featuring Dr. James Polk, B3 organ, Jake Langley, guitar, Scott Laningham, drums, Daniel Durham, bass, and Pete Rodriguez on congas/guiro, the recording recently completed a 12-week run on the JazzWeek radio charts, peaking at #14.

"Haslanger has consistently demonstrated a penchant for ageless chestnuts, and this session is no exception... Four stars” - Jay Trachtenberg, Austin Chronicle

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    Church On Monday 6:27
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    Feelin' Good 5:54
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    Trouble No. 2 7:30
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    On A Clear Day 6:16
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    Invitation 6:17
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    Buffalo 6:06
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    Hi-Fly 6:06
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    Speak Low 5:51
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    Yesterdays 7:26
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    Strollin' 5:16
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Dream Story

Elias Haslanger

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Reflecting a 4 year stay in Brooklyn NYC where he toured as the tenor soloist with Maynard Ferguson, this 2006 recording showcases 10 original compositions by Elias. Also featuring Andy Langham, piano, JJ Johnson, drums, Read more

Reflecting a 4 year stay in Brooklyn NYC where he toured as the tenor soloist with Maynard Ferguson, this 2006 recording showcases 10 original compositions by Elias. Also featuring Andy Langham, piano, JJ Johnson, drums, Hamilton Price, bass, Randy Zimmerman, trombone and Pete Rodriguez, trumpet.

"Drawing from funk and blues cadences, and traditional, informed by the idiom’s history, including Wayne Shorter and Miles Davis.” -David Lynch, Austin Chronicle

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    Eternal & Absolute 5:55
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    Simple Melodies 5:36
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    Interloper 5:39
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    One Heart, One Mind 8:06
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    The Change Within 7:33
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    Watch Your Step 5:56
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    Dream Story 8:49
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    Street Beat 4:50
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    Remember When 7:31
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    In Search of Beauty 7:49
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Kicks Are For Kids

Elias Haslanger

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Released in 1998 by Heart Music, this critically acclaimed recording rose to #3 on the Gavin Jazz radio charts and features the patriarch of the modern jazz scene, Ellis Marsalis, as well as Fredrick Sanders, piano, JJ Read more

Released in 1998 by Heart Music, this critically acclaimed recording rose to #3 on the Gavin Jazz radio charts and features the patriarch of the modern jazz scene, Ellis Marsalis, as well as Fredrick Sanders, piano, JJ Johnson, drums, Edwin Livingston, bass, and Tito Carrillo, trumpet.

"There are no slow moments on this stimulating set, Haslanger consistently comes up with fresh ideas, and although somewhat obscure, this is one of the best jazz recordings released in 1998.” -Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

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    Kicks Are For Kids 6:06
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    Patience 6:06
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    Two Tone 3:37
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    Eugene & Marie 5:49
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    Dweet Di Diddle It 4:55
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    History Book 7:09
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    Easy Walk 5:37
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    Free For Three 11:18
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    Just Squeeze Me 8:21
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    Kicks Are For Kids 6:04
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For The Moment

Elias Haslanger

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Released in 1997 by Heart Music, the band featuring Fredrick Sanders, piano, Edwin Livingston, bass, JJ Johnson, drums and Jeff Haley, bass recorded two nights of live jazz in Austin, TX. The CD rose to #11 on the Gavin Read more

Released in 1997 by Heart Music, the band featuring Fredrick Sanders, piano, Edwin Livingston, bass, JJ Johnson, drums and Jeff Haley, bass recorded two nights of live jazz in Austin, TX. The CD rose to #11 on the Gavin Jazz radio charts and gathered critical acclaim from writers and fans across the globe.

“Haslanger is clearly in the forefront of the young, new, fresh players. He has respect for tradition as well as being himself. He is a merger of the past and the future.” -Herb Wong, JazzTimes Magazine

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    For The Moment 7:16
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    Miles' Mode 10:14
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    For Heaven's Sake 7:41
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    But Not For Me 8:54
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    Cherokee 7:00
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    Stella By Starlight 6:47
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    Passion Dance 12:50
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Standards

Elias Haslanger

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Elias's debut recording featuring Dr. James Polk on piano, Jeff Haley on bass, and Steve Schwelling on drums. Recorded in just 1 day, the program includes some of Elias's favorite songs from the jazz lexicon. “A Read more

Elias's debut recording featuring Dr. James Polk on piano, Jeff Haley on bass, and Steve Schwelling on drums. Recorded in just 1 day, the program includes some of Elias's favorite songs from the jazz lexicon.

“A straight-up jazz player who does right by classic tunes from Parker to Rollins. Very nice debut.” -Geraldine Wycoff, Offbeat Entertainment Magazine, New Orleans

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    I'll Remember April 4:51
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    Alone Together 6:14
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    Sonnymoon 7:47
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    Dewey Square 5:58
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    Portrait Of Jennie 6:56
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    You Say You Care 4:18
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    Yardbird Suite 4:41
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    All The Things You Are 7:48
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    When I Fall In Love 7:19
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    Now's The Time 6:15
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    Lament 2:08
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