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Christopher Lehman: Popjazzic
by Raul d'Gama Rose
On the face of it, many would find the title of New York City-based trumpeter Christopher Lehman's Popjazzic somewhat ludicrous. But, then, isn't the title “Latin jazz" somewhat ludicrous too? After all, that form of jazz has everything to do with Africa, Spain and Portugal, America and the indigenous peoples of the countries of South America, as well as other parts of Europe. The only thing “Latin" about it is the European root of the languages, which in turn came ...
read moreChristopher Lehman Maintains His Hold On CMJ Jazz Chart
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Kari-On Productions
With so much experience on the bandstand and commitment to musical education timelines, it was easy to get lost in the sideman role. Playing the part in someone else's ensemble or putting together ensembles for the gig of the moment made him hungry to breakout on his own. At a private function in 2006, Lehman (who was the leader in all aspects) had an 'epiphany' to create and record his own material. CMJ Jazz National Radio Chart issue #1142 29 ...
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Christopher Lehman Moves up the RMR Jazz Chart
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Kari-On Productions
Christopher Lehman continues to move up the national jazz radio charts, debuting at #28 on the CMJ Jazz Chart and moving up the RMR jazz chart to #24. With the 2010 release of popjazzic, Lehman has finally arrived at his destination. popjazzic is a stirring set of groove oriented originals that embodies familiar frameworks broadened by Lehman's creative, entertaining and melodic ideas. 21 - Steve Hobbs, Vibes Straight Up (Challenge) 22 - Charlie Apicella & Iron City, Sparks (Iron City ...
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