Live in New York (Archie Shepp and Roswell Rudd album)
Live in New York is a collaborative jazz album by saxophonist Archie Shepp and trombonist Roswell Rudd. It was recorded live in 2000 at the Blue Note jazz club in New York City and released the same year by Verve Records. The album features a sextet, including Walter Davis Jr. on piano, Wilbur Little on bass, and Beaver Harris on drums. The performance showcases Shepp and Rudd's distinctive improvisational styles and their shared interest in exploring the connections between free jazz, blues, and traditional jazz forms. The repertoire includes original compositions and interpretations of standards, demonstrating their commitment to both innovation and the jazz tradition. The album is considered a significant document of their long-standing musical partnership.