Eclectic Guitarist With the Ensemble Oregon Dies at 85

‘A composer and pianist as well, he was a prolific recording artist who integrated jazz, classical and world music traditions in a career that spanned seven decades.…’ (via New York Times)

Towner’s work with the Paul Winter Consort, Oregon, and a variety of collaborations with other ECM artists has thrilled and comforted me for decades. He will be missed.