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Live from the Northwest, 1959 is the third release from Brubeck Editions,the official label of the Brubeck family

Brubeck Editions announces the release of The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Live from The Northwest, 1959.This collection of recordings from two electrifying concerts is a celebration of the iconic Quartet’s singular sound and stellar output in the 1950’s. The legendary Mr. Brubeck’s pianistic refrains dance with alto saxophonist Paul Desmond’s fluid …

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Guitarist and composer Phil Sargent presents his long-awaited third album, “Sons”, a reflection on fatherhood and the timeless importance and wonder therein

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. – Guitarist and composer Phil Sargent is a name to be reckoned with in the Boston and New York music scenes. Described as a musician who “is cognizant of the tradition but thinks outside of the box” (All About Jazz) and who “incorporates melodic hooks into …

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Trombonist and Composer Brian Scarborough Releases “We Need The Wind,” an Autobiographical Reflection on the Process of Rebuilding and Healing as an Artist

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. – Brian Scarborough is a standout trombonist who has made a mark for himself both as a performer and composer. With music described as “…simultaneously stimulating and accessible, refreshingly modern and rooted in tradition,” (Chicago Jazz Magazine), Scarborough continues his trend of blending tradition with innovation …

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Swiss vocalist/composer Gabriela Martina draws inspiration from nature and her familyhomestead for her stunning new song cycle Homage to Grämlis

★★★★“Gabriela Martin’s Swiss roots offer an incredible range…stunningly sung.” – John Ephland, DownBeat“The songwriting and the singing both recall Joni Mitchell.” – Mark Sullivan, All About Jazz Bidding goodbye to a childhood home is often a difficult process, but for Swiss vocalist and composer Gabriela Martina the family homestead was …

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Sun Ra Arkestra veteran Drummer Wayne Smith Jr. releases “Be Still”, a powerful venture in emotion and tranquility

NEW YORK, NY – Wayne Smith Jr. is a drummer, composer, and educator with a multifaceted palette of soundscapes and genres at his disposal. Having toured across three continents, performed throughout the New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. music scenes, and currently working as a staple member of the legendary …

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Venerable Jazz Rockers Squirrel Nut Zippers to Take Fans on a Musical Journey to the Birthplace of Jazz with Special Run of “Jazz from the Back O’ Town” Shows

The Zippers will Provide a Delightful View Into This Mystical Era with Reverent, Yet Exciting, Renditions of Seminal Classics, Favorites from Their Catalogue, and Musings from Frontman Jimbo Mathus Iconic Jazz Rockers Squirrel Nut Zippers (SNZ) have announced that they will be taking fans on a magical, musical voyage to the birthplace of Jazz as …

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Grammy-Award-Winning Bassist Richard Bona And Haitian Grammy-Nominated Jazz Pianist Reginald Policard To Release Sophomore Single 

“Encuentro Theme” Weaves Caribbean, African, And Traditional Jazz Elements Together To Depict Their Diverse Musical Influences On the heels of the success of their breakout single “Melancolia,” Grammy-Award-Winning Bassist, Composer, Vocalist, and Multi-Instrumentalist Richard Bona and Haitian Grammy-Nominated Jazz Pianist and Composer Reginald Policard have unveiled details for their much-anticipated sophomore single. “Encuentro Theme,” which will be released through …

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Platinum-Selling Jazz Rockers Squirrel Nut Zippers Announce Christmas Caravan 2022 Tour!

The 13-Date Run Will Feature The Band Performing Classic Holiday Songs Along With Squirrel Nut Zippers’ Favorites The Squirrel Nut Zippers return to the west coast this December with their joyous, raucous Christmas Caravan tour. Performing songs from their Christmas Caravan and Mardi Gras for Christmas albums as well as other Zippers favorites, the 13-date run will be the first west …

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