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Mills Brothers: Birth of R&B
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JazzWax by Marc Myers
Vocal harmony groups seemed to be everywhere in the 1930s and 1940s. The Depression played a role, of course, since entertainment was the only way out of harrowing poverty for most people and singing meant you didn't need to buy an instrument. The demand for vocal harmony groups surged during this period, primarily because they were cheaper to hire and record than orchestras. Vocalists didn't quality to become members of the American Federation of Musicians. Among the most popular vocal ...
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Mills College Premieres Renowned Musician Roscoe Mitchell's Compositions
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Katie Ismael
Lesser-known side of the iconic jazz performer and Mills College professor to be showcased at the Littlefield Concert Hall on March 31 The Mills College Music Department is proud to present a concert of recent works by its Distinguished Darius Milhaud Professor of Music Roscoe Mitchell. Acclaimed for its academic excellence and innovation, the Music Department announces the West Coast orchestral premiere of the legendary artist's distinctive new compositions on Saturday, March 31, at 8:00 pm in the Jeannik Méquet ...
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Singer/Songwriter Kenny Wesley To Open For The Legendary Stephanie Mills
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Kl Ma
Grammy Award-winning Songstress and Broadway Star Stephanie Mills will be performing at The Birchmere in Alexandria, VA, on Saturday, April 30th at 7:30PM with Howard University Alum Kenny Wesley as the opening act. Making his Birchmere debut is Washington, D.C.'s own emerging star, Kenny Wesley. A former Pre-med major turned international jazz and soul musical linguist, Kenny stands poised to captivate the audience with his 4-octave range and sultry tone."It will definitely be an out-of-body experience meeting and performing with ...
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Mills Brothers with Gina Eckstine Swing into Reagle Music Theatre February 19-20
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Jan Nargi
WALTHAM, MA—The Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston welcomes back by popular demand The Mills Brothers (John Mills and Elmer Hopper) for two shows only on Saturday and Sunday, February 19 and 20, at 2 p.m. in the Robinson Theatre, 617 Lexington Street, Waltham. With special guest Gina Eckstine, daughter of acclaimed jazz vocalist and band leader Billy Eckstine, this hit-filled concert is a tribute to the artists' legendary predecessors whose unforgettable tunes are iconic entries in the Great American ...
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Legendary Reggae Percussionist Larry McDonald Teams up with MCPR Music and Producer Sidney Mills to Present an Innovative Rhythmic Masterpiece Entitled, "Drumquestra"
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DP Public Relations
Jamaican Dub Veteran Larry McDonald Premiers a Percussion Arsenal of New Works Off of His First Solo Record of His Storied Four-Decade Career NEW YORK, NY - Jamaican master percussionist Larry McDonald is at the heart of MCPR Music and the record labels “Drum Fusion" project. McDonald, who is highly regarded by many as a premier percussionist in the world / reggae genre is now residing in New York City but his career began at the heart of the Jamaican ...
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The 2008-09 JazzErie Season Brings Eric Alexander, Dave Liebman, Pete Mills, Robin McKelle to Town
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All About Jazz
If you're among those in the Erie area who feel they've heard some good music this summer, well, wait until you hear what's yet to come. JazzErie has put together a highly promising 2008-09 concert season (its fifth annual) featuring some of the best jazz musicians in the world, as well as outstanding local and regional players. Most of the musicians who will be part of the upcoming season -- leaders and their band members -- place among the top ...
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Meshell Ndegeocello, Cassandra Wilson, And Stephanie Mills To Perform At "You Rock My Soul" Gmhc's Benefit Concert At Carnegie Hall On November 11th
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All About Jazz
September 30, 2002 - New York, NY - Critically acclaimed musician and songwriter, Meshell Ndegeocello will perform at “You Rock My Soul", a star-studded gala event at Carnegie Hall on November 11th, 7:30pm-9:30pm benefiting Gay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC). Ndegeocello will also serve as the event's musical director. The celebrity-hosted fundraiser will feature performances by many of today's leading recording artists in unique and unprecedented collaborations.
“Like good music, GMHC has found community in tragedy, survival in the face of ...
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