New Book: Vocal River The Skill and Spirit of Improvisation by RHIANNON Rhiannon’s story of passionate commitment to music—especially vocal improvisation—takes us through the twists and turns of her life, from a young girl discovering singing on her family’s Missouri River farm to internationally acclaimed artist and full circle as …
Lineup to Include Marianne Faithfull, Duffy, Madeleine Peyroux, Patricia Kaas, Angelique Kidjo, Alex Hepburn, Beth Ditto, Olivia Ruiz, Charles Dumont, Camélia Jordana, Jean-Louis Aubert, Zaz, Coeur de Pirate, Nolwenn Leroy and Others TBA Charles Aznavour Will Preside over the Evening Since its inception in 1985, in the historic French coastal …
New York, NY — French singer Patricia Kaas pays tribute to musical icon Edith Piaf with “Kaas Sings Piaf,” a world tour to mark the 50th Anniversary of Piaf’s death. Kaas’ new project, Kaas Chante Piaf, focuses on 21 of Piaf’s greatest iconic titles. With musical arrangements by composer Abel …
Pelham, NY – Critically-acclaimed jazz phenom Cécile McLorin Salvant will perform two concerts at Westchester’s The Stage at Rockwells on Friday, August 23 at 7:30 and 9:30 PM. McLorin Salvant comes to The Stage at Rockwells in celebration of her much buzzed about Mack Avenue Records debut, WomanChild. The 23-year …
In 2013 The Lençóis Jazz and Blues Festival,with ENERGY COMPANY MARANHÃO (Cemar) sponsorship,and by Maranhão Cultural Incentive State Law, and support of Barreirinhas and São Luís city hall,of Fiema,Sebrae,Sesc,Potiguar,Eletrical Center,Tory Brindes,Mirante Tv,comes to its 5th edition. Makes history in Maranhão as the first event to join music,ecotourism and social responsibility …
Ed Cherry – Guitar Pat Bianchi – Hammond B–3 organ Chris Beck – Drums The Iridium 1650 Broadway (51st) New York, NY 10019 For reservations (212) 582-2121 www.theiridium.com Guitarist Ed Cherry has performed with many of the legends of jazz: Sam Rivers, Henry Threadill , Jimmy Smith, John Patton, Paquito …
The Jazz Standard 116 e27th St. between Park and Lexington NYC 10016 (212) 576-2232 http://jazzstandard.net/red/index.html Marcus Strickland – tenor, alto, and soprano saxophones Gerald Clayton – piano Linda Oh – bass Justin Brown – drums “Strickland’s own approach to music goes far beyond merely staying current – he is an …
Downtown Miami, 1924 – Prohibition was in full force as Al Capone did his best to keep the Magic City as leaky as possible. Bathtub gin, illegal craps games behind secret paneled doors and beautiful women lurking in the dark corners of the local watering holes were common fixtures in …
“JELLY & GEORGE” AND “LIVE AT THE ORPHEUM” featuring Catskill Jazz Factory’s world-renowned Artists in Residence CECILE MCLORIN SALVANT (voice) AARON DIEHL (piano) MARCUS ROBERTS (piano) ORPHEUM PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 6050 Main Street Tannersville, NY 12485 AARON DIEHL: winner of the Jazz Journalists Association’s 2013 Up and Coming Musician of …
PABLO ZIEGLER, the Argentinian, Latin Grammy Award winningTango/Jazz legend returns to Birdland with an exciting ensemble, July 30 – August 3. His Quartet will consist of WALTER CASTRO on Bandoneon, direct from Buenos Aires, CLAUDIO RAGAZZI on Guitar, and PEDRO GIRAUDO on Bass. Add to this Classical Cellist JISOO OK …
