Mar 2, 2023 10:46 AM
In Memoriam: Wayne Shorter, 1933-2023
One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and…
Shorter performing at the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival in Seattle.
Mar 2, 2023 10:46 AM
One of the most prodigious composers and singular, harmonically sophisticated improvisers in jazz history, tenor and…
Marcus McLaurtine, right, works with a combo during the workshop.
Feb 28, 2023 4:06 PM
William Paterson University’s annual Summer Jazz Workshop celebrates its 30th anniversary this July. Over the last…
A Gordon Goodwin studio session during Summer at Los Angeles College of Music.
Feb 28, 2023 4:01 PM
When researching Los Angeles College of Music’s (LACM) faculty members and curriculum, one is reminded that the…
“We try to tell the story of where we come from as a way of navigating where we’re going next,” Charles said.
Feb 28, 2023 1:00 PM
Nearly half an hour into the Oct. 8 premiere of Etienne Charles’ epic suite San Juan Hill, the members of the New…
“Many artists have taken a shot at bossa nova, but Quietude is different. It is authentic,” Elias said of her new album.
Feb 28, 2023 12:56 PM
Eliane Elias scored a rarity in 2022. The renowned singer and remarkable pianist won two Grammys in the same year for…
Joy performs the track “Dekoven” on Children of Bronzeville.
Feb 28, 2023 12:45 PM
In honor of Black History Month and Samara Joy’s Grammy Awards success winning for Best New Artist and Jazz Vocal…
“There’s a lot of creative space between Sinatra and a singer like Kurt Elling, who’s found his own approach,” Marinaro says. “And I believe that’s where I fit in.”
Feb 28, 2023 12:31 PM
Every jazz musician faces challenges in gaining exposure for their music — especially without the support of a major…
“Even if we have no budget or a low budget, we persist,” John Beasley writes about producing jazz recordings. “If we are given the key to the kingdom, we blitz!”
Feb 28, 2023 12:30 PM
My recording career as a solo artist has been predominantly in the jazz genre, with 15 such albums to my name. Budgets…
Emerald City Nights: Live At The Penthouse was recorded at a club that helped put Ahmad Jamal on the map.
Feb 21, 2023 11:52 AM
Truth be told, the music on Emerald City Nights: Live At The Penthouse was just as much of a surprise to Ahmad Jamal as…
Author Aidan Levy was able to pack much detail into his account of Rollins’ rich life and its connection to jazz’s future and past.
Feb 21, 2023 11:45 AM
Clocking in at 700-plus pages, Saxophone Colossus: The Life and Music of Sonny Rollins (Hachette) is a well-written,…
