Award-winning trumpeter/composer/arranger Jason Palmer, a fixture of the Boston jazz scene and frequent SteepleChase recording artist, presents his boldest artistic statement to date with this intimate duo recording. Shorter Songs marks Palmer’s first commercially released duo album and pays homage to jazz legend Wayne Shorter through a series of original contrafacts based on Shorter’s compositions. Joined by acclaimed pianist Kevin Harris—his longtime musical ally—Palmer explores the emotional and harmonic depth of Shorter’s writing while bringing his own contemporary sensibilities into play. “Palmer has proven to be one of the most compelling artists of his generation.” (Ken Dryden – NYC Jazz Record)