We learn many things including that which offers many doors to open with a gentle twist of one’s ingenuity. Whether in print, film, or song, the twists that change one’s direction are very rare. One variable that is common to all is that of emotion. The inner sanctum of poetic …
As much as music can sooth the severely tortured heart it does not always come with a long lasting cure. The road for the musician is not impervious to this journey for their craft comes with barricades that make their trek, one of countless diversions and broken music sheets, some …
THE RHYTHM FUTURE QUARTET CD RELEASE @ Cornelia Street Cafe Fri, Nov 28th 6pm $10.00 cover plus $10.00 minimum Featuring Jason Anick, violin Olli Soikkeli, guitar Vinny Raniolo, guitar Greg Loughman, bass The quartet features Jason Anick on violin, Olli Soikkeli and Vinny Raniolo on guitars, and Greg Loughman on …
Blue Canoe Records latest release from J-Mood slashes across genres from pop to rock to heartwarming contemporary jazz and deliver rich, mood lifting melody to every listener. “No Small Thing” is the second release on Blue Canoe Records and is a captivating compilation of covers and intelligent, home-grown numbers that …
Los Angeles, CA (10/14/2014) – International trumpeter and Yamaha Performing Artist, Rex Richardson, has given instrumental jazz, blues and classical fans two reasons to celebrate this week; the release of two new albums. The big band, BUGLES OVER ZAGREB (Rex Richardson Productions) and the progressive Jazz BLUE SHIFT (Summit Records) …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Van Taylor Phone: 716-855-1754 Email: taylorvan@juno.com BUFFALO’S AWARD WINNING INTERNATIONAL TOURING BAND TAYLOR MADE JAZZ REUNITES FAVORITE PERFORMERS FOR WINTER CONCERT FRIDAY DECEMBER 5, 2014 8:00 PM AT THE METROPOLITAN ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX Taylor Made Jazz has, for over 30 years, provided award winning …
Audacious. How else would you describe a project to re-create note for note one of the most famous jazz albums of all time? That famous album, of course, would be Kind of Blue. Some other people may say it’s “unnecessary.” “Interesting.” “Foolish.” “Impudent.” “Inscrutable.” “Sardonic.” “Outrageous.” “Unoriginal.” “Blasphemous.” Or “mischievous.” …
SFJAZZ today released SFJAZZ Collective: 10, celebrating the SFJAZZ Collective’s 10-year musical legacy. 10 was recorded during the SFJAZZ Collective’s four-night residency on the SFJAZZ Center’s Robert N. Miner Auditorium stage in October 2013. The ten tracks are performed by the SFJAZZ Collective’s current lineup: alto saxophonist Miguel Zenón, tenor …
There’s an even GREATER love story! My name is Rose Cora Perry and I’d like to share my tale with you: For my wedding this past May, I wanted to do something really special to demonstrate my love to my hubby-to-be in a BIG way. As we’re both musicians, a …
The Dizzy Gillespie™ All-Stars are excited to return to their home at New York’s famed Blue Note, which was for many years Dizzy’s favorite jazz club not only in New York City, but in the world. The All-Star Big Band performs there for a week every summer, and the Alumni …
The Lady Who Shot Lee Morgan author, Larry Reni Thomas, is scheduled to be on WNCU-FM, North Carolina Central University (NCCU), Durham, North Carolina, October 22, 2014, from 5 pm to 6pm, during the jazz station’s fall fundraiser, which takes place until October 24, 2014. Thomas, a veteran writer/radio announcer/lecturer, …
What: JAZZ FOR KIDS When: Ongoing, every Sunday Oct 19 – May 17 (except for 12/21, 12/28 + 2/1). Doors open @ 1:00pm; show from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. Where: Jazz Standard, 116 East 27th Street (between Park & Lexington); Train 6 to 28th/Lex. Tickets: FREE. In lieu of a cover charge, guests may give …
