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Bethlehem and Sad Patrick: A Beautiful Sound of Love

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About a dozen years ago I was introduced to the emerging genius of a Philadelphia artist who was on her grind and spreading her creativity via a truly special blend of song, percussion and poetry. This iteration of her creative journey pairs her with a guitarist and songwriter, and together the tandem that is indeed Bethlehem ...

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Gina D'Soto's Sublime Blueprint for Life!

Read "Gina D'Soto's Sublime Blueprint for Life!" reviewed by J. Michael Harrison


Late summer of 2021, emerging and very much in demand saxophonist Emilio Modeste and his gifted band of young jazz warriors filmed a beyond impressive and very memorable NPR Live Session in our performance studio. Emilio's session also introduced us to the magic that is indeed Gina D'Soto! We immediately invited Gina to return for a ...

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Nasir Dickerson’s Light Shines Bright!

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"Let It Shine" begins with a powerful poem (see below) that's beautifully sung by vocalist Danielle Nichole. It offers a warm and comforting gateway into the title selection of talented multi-instrumentalist Nasir Dickerson's album Let It Shine. For decades Nasir, his parents and siblings have been a source of inspiration, a bright light, and a tremendous ...

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A Gem From Richie Goods & Chien Chien Lu!

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The debut project from the ensemble known as Connected is fronted by the gifted bassist Richie Goods and the rising star vibraphonist/percussionist Chien Chien Lu. The project was formed during the pandemic while they were in lockdown together. Although I'm a huge fan of the entire album, the instrumental “Dull Ice Flower" continues to catch my ...

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First Annual Jazz Industry Day Conference scheduled for September 13 in Philadelphia

First Annual Jazz Industry Day Conference scheduled for September 13 in Philadelphia

A coalition of Philadelphia jazz organizations including representatives from WRTI 90.1 FM, Temple Performing Arts Center, Philadelphia Jazz Project, Jazz Lives Philadelphia, SOUTH Jazz Kitchen and All About Jazz & Jazz Near You are hosting the first annual Jazz Industry Day at Temple Performing Arts Center on Thursday, September 13th from 11:00am to 6:30pm with an ...


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