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Stephanie Jordan Selected To Perform At The 2016 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
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Sylvain Music Notes
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell today announced that the Stephanie Jordan Big Band will appear on Thursday, April 28, 2016 in the Zatarain's/WWOZ Jazz Tent as part of the musical lineup for the 2016 Festival scheduled for April 22- 24 and April 28- May 1, 2016. During last year’s Jazz Fest performance, Stephanie Jordan trilled the audience with stunning covers of Frank Sinatra and Billy Strayhorn’s work in honor of their Centennial celebrations. At “The ...
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Berklee Student Usman Riaz Is Youngest Ted Senior Fellow Ever Selected
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Berklee Media Relations
Pakistani phenom used internet to teach himself guitar, harmonica, percussion, composition, filmmaking, and more Boston, MA – Berklee student Usman Riaz has been named one of 12 TED senior fellows who will present at the next four TED conferences starting in 2014. At 22, the Pakistani composer, multi-instrumentalist, and filmmaker is the youngest TED senior fellow ever selected. Born in Karachi, Pakistan, Riaz was classically trained on the piano at age six, but as he got older he wanted to ...
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Artist, Location Selected for Miles Davis Statue in Alton
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St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
According to a story published in yesterday's Alton Telegraph, artist and sculptor Preston Jackson has been selected to create a statue of Miles Davis for display in the town where the legendary trumpeter was born. Jackson, who grew up in Decatur and now lives in Peoria, has taught at the Art Institute of Chicago and created numerous works of public art in Illinois and elsewhere. His statue of Davis will be placed in front of the Lauschke Building at 117 ...
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Tune Shop Instructor Selected To Conn Selmer Artist Roster
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Artists Recording Collective + the ARC Record Label
Chris Burnett departs studio instruction after teaching weekly lessons since 2001. Tune Shop, Inc. today announced the departure of Chris Burnett from its weekly studio teacher roster after eleven years of providing private woodwind lessons at the store. Mr. Burnett will remain associated with the Tune Shop, Inc. in his role as an official Selmer (Paris) Saxophone artist and Conn-Selmer Performing Artist and Clinician. Tune Shop, Inc. is an authorized full service Conn-Selmer dealer. Mr. Burnett departs studio instruction after ...
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Derrick N. Ashong & Soulfege’s Animated Film "Love Rain Down" Selected For Screening At Prestigious Palm Beach International Film Festival
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Carol Green, Redwood Entertainment
New York, NY: 2012—Ghana-born Derrick N. Ashong & Soulfège’s new animated short film for their song “Love Rain Down,” featuring one of the most popular cuts from their latest successful CD release AFropolitan, has been competitively selected for screening at the renowned Palm Beach International Film Festival for 2012. The film will be screened on Sunday, April 15th at 8:00 PM, at the Debilzan Gallery, 389 Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, Florida 33444 (561-266-2090). Derrick N. Ashong & Soulfège are a ...
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Gregory Porter's "Real Good Hands" Selected as iTunes Single of the Week
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GoMedia PR
Soulful Track from Grammy Nominated Vocalist's Second CD on Motema Music, Released February 14, Available for Free Download “Real Good Hands," a track from Be Good, internationally acclaimed vocalist Gregory Porter's sophomore release on Motema Music, has been selected by iTunes as its Single of the Week for the week of February 14. “Real Good Hands," will be available for free download on iTunes from February 14 through 20. Porter's 2010 debut release, Water, racked up a continuing stream of ...
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Jack DeJohnette - :rarum Xii: Selected Recordings (2004)
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Something Else!
There are many possible 'correct' answers to the question “What makes a jazz drummer interesting?" Groove? Yes. Chops? Maybe. For me, it all boils down to musicality. Some drummers are able to move their instrument beyond the timekeeping role to take on a more primary responsibility in the music-making process. They don't just help to support and propel the music: they are the music. Spend a little time with Black Codes From The Underground-era Jeff “Tain" Watts or any of ...
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Mike Metheny's "Old Wine/New Bossa: Selected Tracks" - 2011 Compilation
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Mike Metheny
Trumpeter Mike Metheny's tenth solo album is a compilation of previously released recordings covering a 20-year period and a wide range of styles. Also included is a fresh version of a track first recorded in 2001. Mike, who favors the flugelhorn and EVI (electronic valve instrument), grew up near Kansas City, Missouri, where he now lives. For 13 years in the 1970s and '80s he was based in Boston. Featured on this sampler are some of the best jazz musicians ...
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Sarah Deleo Selected to Compete in WNYC's Battle of the Boroughs
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Michael Ricci
Sarah DeLeo has been selected to compete in WNYC's Battle of the Boroughs: Manhattan Throwdown on Friday, April 2nd. Sarah will be singing “Rockin' Robin" from her latest CD, I'm in Heaven Tonight.
The event will take place in front of a live studio audience at The Greene Space [44 Charlton Street (on the corner of Charlton and Varick), New York City], and will also be presented as a live video webcast online at thegreenespace.org. Doors open at 7pm. Performances ...
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Devon Edie Selected as Artist of the Month
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Michael Ricci
Local talent and long-time entertainer Devon Edie was selected by local radio station 106.1 KISS FM as the musician to be spotlighted as Artist of the Month during March. His music will be featured in the radio station's heavy rotation to engage local listeners and heighten awareness of his talent. “I am thrilled with this acknowledgment and thank 106.1 KISS FM for their ongoing support of local musicians," said Mr Edie. “I love playing in Cayman and entertaining all our ...
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