By John Stevenson On Kaiso, his third recording as a leader, Trinbagonian trumpet maestro, Etienne Charles, cooks up an ambrosial bouillabaisse of New World music genres, with the jazz and calypso genres standing out as piquant flavours. In the Efik-Ibibio language and culture of the Nigerian delta region, the term …
By Bill Donaldson Sheryl Bailey has a big heart, that much is known. With the wisdom gained from loss and concern for survivors, Bailey has found an outlet for her empathy through music. Though Bailey has developed a reputation for blazing guitar work, she tones down the strength of her …
Saturday, September 17th at 6pm is the date to save for an evening of jazz presented by the United Negro College Fund’s (UNCF) annual benefit concert event. This year’s musical guest star is veteran jazz saxophonist Alfonzo Blackwell. The event is held annually to sponsor young adult’s college education from …
The Newport Jazz Festival was the first event of its kind when it started up in 1954, and 57 years later, it’s still breaking new ground. The festival drew big crowds this weekend in Newport, R.I. Its founder and current producer, the 85-year-old jazz impresario George Wein, sat down with …
Finally a sneak peek inside the inner workings of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong. Rare vintage photos of Louie Armstrong and The Dukes of Dixieland historic recording sessions in the 60s are featured in a new You Tube video. These photos give an intimate portrait of Satchmo and The Dukes at work, …
The dynamic, instantly recognizable and captivating voice of Kim Burrell is undeniably one of the most powerful voices in music today. Her unrivaled instrument, impeccable musicianship and ability to tap into the human experience and emotion has made her a favorite across genre and within the musician community. Kim is …
Mordy Ferber, “Reflection” By: Bill Donaldson Though Mordy Ferber remains relatively unknown to the general public, his work doesn’t remain unheard. Those fortunate enough to catch Ferber in a club may be entranced by his haunting compositions and inspired delivery, but anyone who watches television may have heard his themes …
Sophie Berkal-Sarbit JEWISH FEDERATION SPONSORS WINNIPEG FINALIST IN HALLELUJAH SINGING CONTEST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2011 Call it the Maccabiah Games of the musical competition world. While that hallowed institution has been bringing together the world’s top Jewish athletes to compete against each other, a newly launched global song …
With over a million and a half albums sold and sold out concerts around the globe, keyboardist Keiko Matsui is a citizen of the world and one of the brightest stars in instrumental music. Earlier this year, Shanachie Entertainment released Keiko Matsui’s The Road…, her 22nd album and a …
Eddie Gip Noble, “In The Lite Of Things” By: Edward Blanco Pianist and keyboardist Eddie Gip Noble blends Pop, R&B and jazz music styles with elements of jazz-fusion to produce his second solo album, In The Lite Of Things. Harking back to the seventies, Noble draws on influences from Teddy …
