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Annapolis Hosts A Jazz And Roots Festival In Early November 2023

October 13, 2023

Maryland's centuries old capital hosts a world of music in the second year of the Annapolis Jazz & Roots Festival. On two weekends from November 3rd, 2023, the historic port will come alive with music from many countries and cultures performed by international and regional artists. Some events require admission; others are free. They are held ...

Ravita Jazz with bassist Phil Ravita Release 'Oriana'

April 24, 2023

Ravita Jazz releases Oriana in April 2023. Writing in the liner notes, jazz journalist and author Bill Milkowski says: “Together with his like-minded colleagues, bassist-composer-bandleader Ravita takes listeners on a kinetic, contemplative and ultimately expansive ride on Oriana.” Ten tracks feature originals by Ravita and other band members with creative takes on “Black Coffee” and “Caravan.” ...

Annapolis Launches Jazz And Roots Festival November 4-15, 2022

November 2, 2022

Maryland's capital city will host the Annapolis Jazz & Roots Festival on two consecutive weekends this fall. From November 4-15, 2022, the historic port will reclaim an important part of its musical heritage with concerts and lectures for adults, families and children. Some are ticketed—many are free. Inaugural year events will be presented at four sites ...

Jazz Beyond Borders Launches Maryland Festival - Art In The Park!

September 2, 2021

Jazz Beyond Borders launches a new jazz festival on Sunday, September 19 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Created as an annual event, the attraction features top shelf jazz groups, great food and fine art in the courtyard and interior of Cafe Mezzanotte at 760 Ritchie Highway (Route 2) in Severna Park, Maryland. The rain date ...

Vocalist Hazel Mitchell-Bell Releases 'Sack Full Of Dreams'

May 6, 2021

Washington, D.C.-based jazz vocalist Hazel Mitchell-Bell unveils her new album Sack Full of Dreams with a release in May 2021. On this project, she partners with pianist, arranger and producer Vince Evans and a team of accomplished musicians from the Washington, D.C. area. This second independently produced album reflects a heightened level of artistry and a ...

Nicolas Meier & Dewa Budjana Group

Nicolas Meier UK-based guitarist Nicolas Meier has carved a reputation out as one of the world's most original and uniquely talented guitarists. Drawing from a love of Turkish, Eastern & Middle Eastern music, Flamenco, Tango and more — all mixed with jazz — Meier's versatility and musical fluency extends well beyond that, even. (... so much so, that his considerable talents drew the attention of rock guitar legend, Jeff Beck, who made Nicolas a mainstay in The Jeff Beck Group — carrying him on two world tours during the course of the last several years.) Meier originally hails from Switzerland; born in 1973, to parents who are great lovers of the arts

Jazz At The Mezz Celebrates One Year Anniversary With Unified Jazz Ensemble on November 15

October 29, 2020

On Sunday, November 15 Jazz Beyond Borders marks the one-year anniversary of its supper time world music and jazz concerts held monthly at Café Mezzanotte in Severna Park, Maryland. Listeners will enjoy a concert and a surprise gift to mark the occasion and a new fall menu will be unveiled featuring items from the restaurant’s organic ...

Michael Joseph Harris Releases New Albums Showcasing Contemporary And Traditional Gypsy Jazz

October 8, 2020

Inspired by the legendary Django Reinhardt (1910-1953), Baltimore guitarist and bandleader Michael Joseph Harris leads two Gypsy jazz bands. Comprised of the same core members, both are releasing their fourth albums in North America and Europe in 2020 on the Swing Underground label. With the help of numerous guest artists, they are busting the boundaries of ...

West Coast Vocalist Debora Galan Brings Award-Winning Songs To East Coast Jazz Fans

October 28, 2019

Following her smash success at Blues Alley last summer, California’s Debora Galán returns to the East Coast with amazing vocals on originals and beloved songs reflecting her Spanish/Cuban heritage, sung in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Her recordings and live concerts bring the slow burn and endless rhythmic possibilities of Latin jazz into the realm of contemporary ...

Smooth Jazz Saxophonist Kenney Polson On Tour In Hawaii July-August 2019 With New Album

July 25, 2019

Sailing high on the success of his latest album, For Lovers Only, jny: Portland-based smooth jazz saxophonist Kenney Polson returns to Hawaii in July. His new sound merges the best of jazz and rhythm and blues into one cool and captivating blend. The 2019 release includes leading players such as guitarist Bruce Conte and keyboardist Roger ...