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Obituary

Micky Correa - Big Band Leader - Bombay Jazzman 1913-2011

Source: Susheel Kurien
September 24, 2011

Micky Correa- The Sultan of Swing from Bombay, India passed away on September 22nd 2011 He would have turned 98 on September 26. Micky's career was almost legendary, with a longevity that is cherished both by his fans in Bombay, and those who got to know him from visits to the Taj Hotel, where he was resident for almost 25 years. His musicianship continued well into his life, maintaining a loyal student following through the last months of his life. ...

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Festival

6th Festival Internacional de Jazz de Barquisimeto

Source: prensa barquisimeto
September 23, 2011

From October 1st till October 9th the most important International Jazz Festival will be celebrated. Barquisimeto will become the Jazz capital of Venezuela for the 6th consecutive year. This event will bring together leading exponents from the local and international music scene on various galas, concerts, conferences, lectures and jam sessions. The Opening Concert will be Saturday October 1st at 5:00 pm at the Grand Salon of the Trinitarias Suites Hotel with the performance of the Barquisimeto Big Band Jazz ...

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Contest

Enter the "Sir Roland Hanna - Colors from a Giant's Kit" Giveaway at All About Jazz!

Source: All About Jazz
September 23, 2011

Performance / Tour

This Week at The Cornelia Street Cafe, September 26-October 3

Source: Jason Byrne, Red Cat Publicity
September 23, 2011

September 26-October 3 Highlights: Monday, September 26, 8:30 PM BEN VAN GELDER QUINTET Ben van Gelder, alto saxophone; Sam Harris, piano; Peter Schlamb, vibraphone; Rick Rosato, bass; Craig Weinrib, drums Tuesday, September 27, 8:30 PM PT. SAMAR SAHA, DAFNIS PRIETO DUO Pt. Samar Saha, tabla; Dafnis Prieto, drums Wednesday, September 28, 8:30 PM SEBASTIAN NOELLE Loren Stillman, alto sax; Sebastian Noelle, guitar, compositions; Thomson Kneeland, bass; Tony Moreno, ...

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Recording

UK Composer Marvin Ayres Celebrates New Release "Harmogram Suite"

Source: Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
September 23, 2011

London, UK—'Harmogram Suite' the major new work from composer, cellist, pianist and violinist Marvin Ayres is to be released on November 14, 2011 on the UK independent 'Burning Shed.' He will be performing Oct 1st 2011 at the Curve in Norwich UK as part of their 'Sound and Vision' Festival. With 'Harmogram Suite' Marvin takes his listeners on a hugely emotional and dramatic journey in a musical piece written in six movements. The groundbreaking conceptual work has been recorded as ...

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Book / Magazine

Jeremy Steig's New Digital Picture Books with Soundtrack

Source: Jeremy Steig
September 23, 2011

The new digital picture books (for viewing on your computer display) by Jeremy Steig feature his drawings and music and are available for download from DL-MARKET, one of Japan's biggest digital content markets. These picture books can be a great way to introduce jazz to children, and also a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Jeremy's art and music with original stories by Asako. The picture books are sold at the Coffee Break Theater of Jeremy's website. Each digital picture book runs ...

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Performance / Tour

Kamau Daaood, Live at Morono Kiang Gallery in Los Angeles

Source: Elzo Rillo
September 22, 2011

Legendary Los Angeles poet Kamau Daaood will be performing live at Morono Kiang Gallery on Saturday October 8, 2011 at 7:00 pm sharp! Mr. Daaood will be accompanied by Bassist Mr. Trevor Ware Kamau Daaood's performance is part of Listen With Your Eyes, A Celebration of Jazz in L.A. Special thanks to Alden Kimbrough for his help and support. Admission to this event is FREE RSVP REQUIRED: [email protected] 218 West 3rd Street, Bradbury Building Los Angeles, ...

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Performance / Tour

Audrey Morris to appear in "Best of American Songbook" at the Cab Room, produced by LMG

Source: Lampkin Publicity Service
September 23, 2011

Lampkin Music Group are excited to bring cabaret to the newly renovated STAGE 773 CABARET ROOM (1225 West Belmont Street, Chicago, IL, 773-327-5252) in a series of Saturday night concerts, concluding with a New Year's Eve performance featuring Chicago favorite Hollis Resnik with musical director Doug Peck. The series opens on Saturday, October 1st at 8:00 pm, featuring Chicago songbird Audrey Morris performing “The Best of the American Songbook." Audrey Morris grew up on the South Side of Chicago, where ...

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