Locura (SFJAZZ Collective)

"Locura" is a mesmerizing composition that has been recorded by the iconic SFJAZZ Collective on their groundbreaking album, Live: SFJAZZ Center 2014 The Music of Joe Henderson and Original Compositions. This rendition of the piece showcases the incredible talent of the collective, with a captivating tenor sax solo that takes center stage. "Locura" takes you on a musical journey filled with the exhilarating and unforgettable experiences of a nine-day road trip across the United States. Inspired by the composer's personal life-changing adventure when relocating to California with his family, this piece encapsulates the full spectrum of emotions and stories encountered during this incredible journey. The piece embraces a slow-building sense of excitement and anticipation, mirroring the initial stages of the road trip. As you delve into the composition, you will feel the nostalgia and sadness of leaving behind loved ones and a familiar place, as well as the inevitable worry and fear that o