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    Members of Snarky Puppy performed during the recent Michael League & Friends Residency at Blue Note New York, which served as a lead-in to this year’s GroundUP Music Festival.

    News, Michael League

    Jan 27, 2026 12:06 PM

    Michael League & Friends Blue Note Residency Previews GroundUP Vibe, More

    The recent Michael League & Friends Residency at Blue Note New York (Jan. 6–25) served as a live lead-in to the…

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    Our Thing by Joe Henderson and Free For All by Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers are the first two titles to be released in Blue Note’s 2026 Classic Vinyl Reissue Series.

    News

    Jan 27, 2026 11:46 AM

    Blue Note Records Announces 2026 Classic Vinyl Reissue Titles

    Blue Note Records has announced the next run of titles in the Classic Vinyl Reissue Series, which presents all-analog…

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    Richie Beirach was particularly renowned for his approach to chromatic harmony, which he used to improvise reharmonizations of originals and standards.

    News, Richie Beirach

    Jan 27, 2026 11:19 AM

    In Memoriam: Richie Beirach, 1947–2026

    Richie Beirach, a pianist and composer who channeled a knowledge of modern classical music into his jazz practice,…

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    “It’s a rare opportunity for New York audiences to experience Charlie Parker With Strings live,” said Vincent Herring. “This music reveals the full range of Bird’s imagination and reminds us why his voice continues to matter.”

    News, Vincent Herring, Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra

    Jan 27, 2026 11:10 AM

    Vincent Herring, Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra to Perform ‘Charlie Parker With Strings’

    The Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra will bring classical and jazz music into conversation in a tribute to jazz legend…

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    “A Somma cruise isn’t about spectacle; it’s about soul,” says curator Dave Koz.

    News, Dave Koz

    Jan 27, 2026 10:48 AM

    Dave Koz to Host Summa Jewels of the Adriatic Cruise

    Saxophonist Dave Koz returns to the seas with his third Somma cruise, Jewels of the Adriatic, a bespoke seven-day…

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    The success of Oregon’s first album, 1971’s Music Of Another Present Era, allowed Towner to establish a solo career.

    News, Ralph Towner

    Jan 19, 2026 5:02 PM

    In Memoriam: Ralph Towner, 1940–2026

    Ralph Towner, a guitarist and composer who blended multiple genres, including jazz — and throughout them all remained…

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    ​“Joe Henderson, to me, is what it means to have a huge sound even though we know that his volume was very soft,” Aldana said during her live Blindfold Test.

    Interview, From the Magazine, Melissa Aldana

    Jan 19, 2026 5:00 PM

    Blindfold Test: Melissa Aldana

    There’s a new album out from saxophonist Melissa Aldana, Filin (Blue Note), that leans on the gentle side of her…

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    Wolfgang Muthspiel, left, with trio mates Scott Colley and Brian Blade.

    Interview, From the Magazine, Wolfgang Muthspiel

    Jan 19, 2026 4:50 PM

    Wolfgang Muthspiel’s Continuing Explorations

    In its remarkable 56-year history, ECM Records has released more than 1,800 albums by countless artists from around the…

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    ​David Murray provided ample solos that took flight at controlled heights, then crept down to a deep reed-richness.

    Live

    Jan 19, 2026 3:00 PM

    Jazztopad Courts Unpredictability Against Backdrop of Certainty

    Now that it’s completed its 22nd edition, the Polish festival Jazztopad (a play on “Listopad,” meaning November)…

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    Rico’s Anti-Microbial Instrument Swab

    News, From the Magazine

    Jan 19, 2026 2:48 PM

    New Year, New Gear: A Preview of the 2026 NAMM Show

    With this year’s NAMM Show right around the corner, we can look forward to plenty of new and innovative instruments…

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