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Louis Stringer: Shaping Jazz’s Future With Global Rhythms
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All About Jazz
In the world of jazz, where innovation and tradition often dance together in harmonious syncopation, Louis Stringer stands out as a visionary. At just 27, this British jazz/world music prodigy has become a pioneering force, known for his exceptional fusion of West African and South American rhythms with free-flowing jazz. His story, as told by London-based journalist Mishti Ali, is not just one of talent but of bold exploration and profound influence. Louis's journey began as many legendary tales do—with ...
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Fraser A Campbell Brings His Unique Musical Expertise To The United States
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All About Jazz
Fraser A Campbell has earned a reputation as a Music Director, Performer, Composer, and Multimedia Producer and is set to bring his skill set to a number of high-profile projects in the United States. An internationally-recognized Music Director/Performer/Multimedia Producer, Campbell is known for not only overseeing and directing live performances, concerts, and recording projects for high-profile companies, bands, and artists, but also composing and arranging music for those projects and performing as a lead saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, reflecting his reputation ...
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Acclaimed Latin Recording Artist Rafael Moreno Announces Exciting New Albums For 2025-2027
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All About Jazz
Rafael Moreno is set to embark on an ambitious series of recording projects in the United States from 2025 to 2027, further solidifying his standing as one of the most-recognized recording artists in the world of Latin Jazz. The singer, music director, and band leader will record a series of albums in the United States starting in 2025 that will showcase his remarkable talent and versatility. The first of these projects, slated for June 2025, is Album 1.5,a salsa album ...
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The Latin Jazz Virtuoso Rafael Moreno To Lead Star-studded Bands In The United States
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All About Jazz
Rafael Moreno, recognized as a luminary in the Latin American music scene, has announced an impressive list of upcoming work in the United States with some of the country's most-recognized Latin Jazz bands and artists. From 2024 to 2027, Moreno will notably lead his own ensemble, “Rafael Moreno and His Orchestra," as the Lead Singer, Arranger, Orchestrator, and Band Leader. His ensemble is scheduled to captivate audiences at distinguished events and productions across the U.S., as highlighted by prestigious media ...
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The Harmonious Legacy Of Yoshie Nakayama: Nevertheless, She Persisted
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All About Jazz
From Tokyo to Boston’s Jazz Halls: A Journey of Tenacity From the cherry blossom-lined streets of Tokyo to the prestigious halls of Berklee College of Music in Boston, jazz luminary Professor Ayn Inserto shares the extraordinary story of her colleague Yoshie Nakayama—a journey marked by talent, passion, and unrelenting tenacity. At 44 years old, Nakayama stands as one of the most influential figures in the world/jazz music field, having broken the music academia glass ceiling by becoming the first-ever Japanese ...
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Ángela Varo Moreno, The Violin Virtuoso And Music Educator Arrives In The United States
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All About Jazz
Ángela Varo Moreno, an internationally-acclaimed violinist and esteemed music educator hailing from Spain, is set to bring her unparalleled expertise to the United States. Slated to commence in 2024, Moreno's influential presence will be felt across several prestigious educational and musical platforms, marking another significant milestone in her decorated career. From 2024 to 2027, Angela Varo Moreno will serve as the lead jazz violin and flamenco instructor at the illustrious Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. Founded in 1778, Phillips Academy ...
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Marcela Bastida: The Keys Of Resilience
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Brian Urra
In the lush soundscape of jazz fusion, where the essence of music melds with innovation, Marcela Bastida stands as a beacon of creative brilliance and resilience. Despite her legal blindness, Marcela has not only mastered the realms of jazz as an internationally acclaimed pianist and arranger but has also revolutionized assistive music technology for visually impaired musicians worldwide. Early Musical Calling Marcela’s journey began amidst the bustling streets of Mexico City. At the tender age of six, piano keys under ...
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Son Brings Father's Promised Melody to Fruition
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Greg Nathan
The song “In the Autumn Years" is the title track of a new album being released this Monday by Soaring Music Publications. “In the Autumn Years" is a 70-year-old melody written by Charles Nathan. Charles was recognized in 1953 by BMI with a Certificate of Achievement for the “great national popularity" of his melody from “Say You're Mine Again," which was one of Perry Como's greatest hits. Also in 1953, Charles wrote the music and words of the song “In ...
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