Bria Skonberg Quartet: CD Release Party
Roscoe's Room welcomes Bria Skonberg for a CD release party celebrating her second recording, Into Your Own, on the Random Act Records label. This award-winning trumpeter/vocalist was voted the Jazz Journalist's Association's "Up and Coming Artist of the Year" in 2013 and has been ...
(Published: May 31, 2014) [read more]
Interview with Don Andrews of Spirojazz
Q: There seems to be a creative restlessness in Space and Alienation with its melange of various genres such as fusion, New Age, and disco. Was this a conscious decision before the album was recorded or did it simply flow that way.
A: I don't know if you call it restlessness or what. It ...
(Published: May 31, 2014) [read more]
Nat Adderley Jr. featured at Renaissance Jazz Brunch
Grammy nominated arranger and pianist Nat Adderley Jr, former Musical Director for Luther Vandross, comes from a famous jazz family (father Nat was trumpeter in a group led by his uncle Cannonball Adderley), so he's returned to his roots and will sing too. His jazz renditions of standards and ...
(Published: May 31, 2014) [read more]
"Colors of Life," 2nd CD by Vocalist Jua, Set for June 24 Release by Chocolate Chi Music
Colors of Life, the second CD by Raleigh, North Carolina-based vocalist Jua, marks an artistic rebirth for the 35-year-old singer. His 2007 debut, Anticipation, had enjoyed attention from smooth-jazz and R&B stations, but Jua was having second thoughts about his direction and soon found his way to ...
(Published: May 30, 2014) [read more]
New York Jazz Workshop helps Boğaziçi University in Turkey Celebrate its 150th Anniversary!
Expertly lead by renowned jazz educators and performers, the New York Jazz Workshop School of Music helps musicians of varying skill levels gain unmatched jazz knowledge and develop professional techniques through weekly workshops, performances, summer intensive programs, and more.
This summer, ...
(Published: May 29, 2014) [read more]
John Ellis & Andy Bragen Present MOBRO - A Narrative Chamber Piece for Nine Musicians & Four Singers at The Jazz Gallery, May 30 & 31
"A composer with a considerable range and broad palette."
- Jon Garelick, Downbeat Magazine (4 stars)
"More than a quarter-century later, one man's trash is another's sonic treasure"
- Aidan Levy, JazzTimes
"A luminous new midsize-ensemble work" - Hank Shteamer, Time Out ...
(Published: May 29, 2014) [read more]
THE 36TH ANNUAL CHICAGO JAZZ FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FULL LINEUP FEATURING ARTISTS KURT ROSENWINKEL NEW QUARTET, MIGUEL ZENÓN QUARTET, “TOOTIE” HEATH TRIO, MYRA MELFORD’S SNOWY EGRET & MANY OTHERS—INCLUDING PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED HEADLINERS—AUGUST 28-
This year's headliners include trumpeter and noted film music composer Terence Blanchard, vibraphonist and jazz education pioneer Gary Burton, Miles Davis alumnus bassist Dave Holland and his all star fusion band Prism featuring three of modern jazz's leading lights - Craig Taborn, ...
(Published: May 29, 2014) [read more]
The Stone Presents Weeklong Residency With Eyal Maoz
THE STONE Presents Weeklong Residency With International Jazz Artist Eyal Maoz
What: Eyal Maoz Concert Residency
When: Tuesday 7.15 - Sunday 7.20 at 8:00pm + 10:00pm nightly
Where: The Stone, Corner of Avenue C/2nd Street, NYC, Train: F/J/M/Z at Delancey-Essex
Tickets: $15/Students $10. No ...
(Published: May 29, 2014) [read more]
CD RELEASE PARTY - Dave Fabris and friends with special guest, Ran Blake!
Guitarist and New England Conservatory alum Dave Knife Fabris celebrates the release of his latest CD Lettuce Prey with a concert at Spectrum, 121 Ludlow St. NYC on June 8th at 5pm. Fabris will be joined by his mentor from NEC - the great third stream pianist, Ran Blake. Also appearing will be ...
(Published: May 29, 2014) [read more]
Rick Braun feels like getting up and dancing
Chart-topping trumpeter returns July 8 with "Can You Feel It," his first contemporary jazz album in five years; "Get Up and Dance" starts the party at radio
Sherman Oaks, Calif. (29 May 2014): It's been five years since trumpeter-flugelhorn player Rick Braun released an album full of the ...
(Published: May 29, 2014) [read more]
Jazzmeia Horn Quartet at Harlem Brunch
Jazzmeia Horn, the 2013 winner of the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, is a passionate artist who is receiving high praise from critics and musicians alike. Her rich styling and wide vocal range have earned her comparisons to classic singers such as Betty Carter, Sarah Vaughan, ...
(Published: May 28, 2014) [read more]
Blues Master Lucky Peterson Returns with
Career-Defining Album, The Son of a Bluesman,
Available June 10 on Jazz Village
Lucky Peterson is the most dangerous triple threat working in the blues. He has gained a reputation as one of the most preeminent performers of the modern era as a searing lead guitarist, fantastic organist, and first-rate vocalist. His many talents are truly mind-boggling.
Peterson has blazed ...
(Published: May 28, 2014) [read more]
AVAILABLE NOW: BROOKLYN JAZZ UNDERGROUND RECORDS Releases New Recordings From: ROB GARCIA, JOHN CHIN & GIANNI GAGLIARDI
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
"Brooklyn jazz is happening and those who venture across the bridge will be delighted by the hard-edged ethnically-flavored jazz that they find on the other side."
-All About Jazz New York
" . . . The spirit of the organization is firmly rooted in Brooklyn. All of ...
(Published: May 28, 2014) [read more]
New Orleans Swamp Donkeys - 2 New Releases & Summer Tour
New Orleans Swamp Donkeys
Two Hot New Studio Releases
"Facebook Song" Takes Off
"Charleston" & Other Classics Dazzle
June 2014 NYC Schedule
Including B.B. King's - June 9
May 2014 - Fresh off their appearance at JazzFest 2014, the hottest new jazz band in the Big Easy-The New ...
(Published: May 27, 2014) [read more]
New live album from Gourmet Duo Plus blends wealth of varied influences
The sounds of summer emanate from the chilled-out grooves of Gourmet Duo Plus.
Featuring vocalist/pianist Yvetta Uustalu, bassist Tõnis Tüür, saxophonist Marko Mägi, and drummer Indrek Tetsmann, Gourmet Duo Plus hails from Estonia and bring with them a variety of musical inspirations that ...
(Published: May 26, 2014) [read more]
Interview: jazz vocalist Alysa Haas
Q: We've heard from a number of jazz veterans that the scene is still pretty much a boys' club. Have you ever encountered resistance in the field because of your gender.
A: I have never encountered resistance. In fact, I have been invited back after I have performed. I'm very ...
(Published: May 24, 2014) [read more]
Michael Bolton at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts
Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is proud to present the debut performance of the multi-Grammy Award winning Singer and Songwriter MICHAEL BOLTON on Saturday, June 7th, 2014 at 8pm. A featured event of the
BLUE NOTE JAZZ FESTIVAL. Experience an unforgettable evening as the internationally ...
(Published: May 24, 2014) [read more]
Jazz Forum Arts Present Jazz Forum at 35!
Jazz Forum Arts Founder & Executive Director Mark Morganelli invites jazz fans to join him, along with more than two dozen Jazz luminaries for JAZZ FORUM @ 35! This featured event of the Blue Note Jazz Festival celebrates the Thirty-Fifth Anniversary of trumpeter/flugelhornist Morganelli's Jazz ...
(Published: May 24, 2014) [read more]
The Festival International de Jazz de Montréal honours Diana Ross, Elvis Costello, Terence Blanchard,
Paco de Lucía, Ron Di Lauro
and Jean-Philippe Allard
and creates the new B.B. King Award
This year, the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal highlights the exceptional contributions to music made by Diana Ross, Elvis Costello, Terence Blanchard, Paco de Lucía and Ron Di Lauro, as well as the remarkable oeuvre of Jean-Philippe Allard.During this 35th edition of the ...
(Published: May 23, 2014) [read more]
Mark McLean CD Release at SubCulture
Mark McLean celebrates the release of "Feel Alright" at SubCulture on May 28 at 8:00pm.
One of the most dynamic and versatile studio and touring drummers in the jazz, R&B and pop realms over the past 15 years, Mark McLean had a single criterion when it came time to expand his horizons beyond the ...
(Published: May 22, 2014) [read more]
New York Jazz Academy (NYJA) invites enrollment for its Summer Jazz Workshops
NEW YORK, MAY 21, 2014: Leading music school New York Jazz Academy (NYJA) will be holding world-class summer jazz workshops from July to August, 2014. It invites both aspiring and established musicians to enroll for these eight-week long workshops.
The academy has also announced workshops for ...
(Published: May 21, 2014) [read more]
Pianist and Composer Joanne Brackeen
Named BNY Mellon Jazz 2014 Living Legacy Awardee
Award to be Presented Friday, October 10, 2014
at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Pianist and composer Joanne Brackeen will be honored with the BNY Mellon Jazz 2014 Living Legacy Award in a special ceremony at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, ...
(Published: May 20, 2014) [read more]
AVAILABLE TODAY: The DAVID WEISS SEXTET - WHEN WORDS FAIL, on Motema Music!
THE DAVID WEISS SEXTET - WHEN WORDS FAIL
Available NOW on Motema Music, May 20, 2014
(digital download & physical copies available, please contact Red Cat Publicity - redcatjazz@mac.com)
Reassembled after ten years, The David Weiss Sextet delivers a brilliant set of music that serves as ...
(Published: May 20, 2014) [read more]
World jazz vocalist Allison Adams Tucker releases
new recording “April In Paris”
"With a voice supple, agile, and bright, she executes each song on the tracklist with ease and imagination, creating a serene atmosphere that leaves you smiling."- Eva Simontacchi for Jazzitalia
Multi-lingual vocalist Allison Adams Tucker is celebrating the release of her second CD "April in ...
(Published: May 20, 2014) [read more]
THE LADY WHO SHOT LEE MORGAN AUTHOR ON WHPK-FM, CHICAGO 5/25/14
Larry Reni Thomas, the author of the recently published book, The Lady Who Shot Lee Morgan, (KHA Books) will be interviewed on WHPK-FM, Chicago, Illinois, on "Jazz Rapp with the Impressario Al Carter-Bey," May 25, 2014, 1:15 pm (EDT) (12:15 pm, CDT) by host Al Carter-Bey. Thomas will talk about his ...
(Published: May 20, 2014) [read more]
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