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Jazz Piano Chords, Mel Bay Publications

Source: All About Jazz

This informative volume provides a chord reference for any pianist wanting to learn to play jazz. Starting with the most basic intervals, the text explains how chords are built and how they are used in different performance settings. After covering the basics, advanced chord types such as 9ths, 11ths, 13ths, drop voicings, and the blues chord are presented and explained. The functions of chords are described, as are substitutions, clusters, and polytonal clusters. Numerous charts are provided which can be ...

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bargajazz 2001 dedicated to Gianluigi Trovesi

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Vocalist Stacey Kent to Headline at the Oak Room at the Algonquin Hotel

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Vocalist Stacey Kent to Headline at the Oak Room at the Algonquin Hotel

Candid Records recording artist Stacey Kent is pleased to announce her appearance at the Oak Room at the Algonquin Hotel October 9th through October 20th.

After landing a plum role as sultry chanteuse in Ian McKellen's film Richard III Stacey Kent's recording career began to soar. Recognized by legendary record producer Alan Bates as an extraordinary talent Stacey was signed to his Candid Records jazz label, which ...

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LEON PARKER RETURNS WITH THE SIMPLE LIFE ON AUGUST 21ST

Source: All About Jazz

On August 21, 2001, Label M/PDSE Music Group will release The Simple Life, the first new album in over three years by “rhythmist" Leon Parker. One of the most dynamic percussionists in music today, Parker is often deemed a jazz artist, however his music goes far beyond the traditional boundaries of the genre to incorporate a panoply of multicultural styles and influences. His debut album for Label M reunites the percussion master with producer Joel Dorn, who produced Parker's first ...

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RICHARD ELLIOT ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER TOUR

Source: All About Jazz

Contemporary jazz saxophonist to release new album, Crush, on August 21

Tenor saxophonist Richard Elliot has announced a number of concert appearances for the month of September, 2001. These dates are in support of Crush (GRP Records), his brand-new recording. Crush showcases Elliot's trademark style-contemporary jazz with a heavy soul and R&B groove.

The ten tracks on Crush include the original compositions “Still Sweet On You," “Brand New Love Affair" (with vocals by Sue Ann Carwell), and the title track. ...

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kokopelli Latin Jazz Ensemble Performs Original Latin Jazz at Dizzy's

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RCA VICTOR GROUP TO LAUNCH BLUEBIRD JAZZ AS COMPANY'S EXCLUSIVE JAZZ IMPRINT

Source: All About Jazz

Legendary Jazz Label to Release New CDs by Tom Harrell and Dave Douglas

Initial Fall Releases of Classic Reissues To Feature Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, and Louis Armstrong Boxed Sets, And Recordings of Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney, Coleman Hawkins, Carmen McRae, Charles Mingus, and Gil Scott-Heron, with Six New Reissue Series Planned for 2001-2002

New York, NY - RCA Victor Group will reactivate the Bluebird Jazz label as the company's home for jazz music, David Weyner, Executive Vice President, ...

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Tribute to John Coltrane at Riverbank State Park's "Jammin' on the Hudson - A Sax Affair", feat. vocalist Rochelle Thompson

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