Jazz News

2011 British Parliamentary Jazz Awards Are Announced

Source: Bruce Lindsay
May 19, 2011

On May 18 the Terrace Bar of the House of Commons played host to the 2011 Parliamentary Jazz Awards—the seventh such awards, sponsored by PPL. Hosted by broadcaster Paul Gambaccini, many MPs, peers and renowned jazz musicians were present on the night including Jamie Cullum, Dame Cleo Laine and Lord David Steel of Aikwood. The awards are Britain's pre-eminent jazz awards and rewards not only musicians but also venues, writers and educators. Jazz Musician of the Year: Brian Kellock Long ...

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Vision Festival 2011: June 5-11 (NYC)

Source: Chris Rich
May 19, 2011

TRIBUTE TO A LIVING LEGEND Peter Brotzmann—Celebrating A Lifetime of Achievement

Each year, the Vision Festival honors the achievements of one living artist who has greatly influenced the world around them and paved the way for other innovators to move forward. On Wednesday, June 8th, 2011 Arts For Art and The Vision Festival will celebrate a Lifetime of Achievement by Peter Brotzmann. This great improviser was one of the first practitioners of the Free Jazz movement in Europe. ...

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"Art Pepper: Blues for the Fisherman / Complete," Vol. VI in the "Unreleased Art" Series, to be Released by Widow's Taste Records June 14

Source: Terri Hinte Publicity
May 18, 2011

"The Twelve Bars of the Decade." Blues for the Fisherman was hailed by one jazz journalist as just that when four of these tracks were released in the U.K. in 1980 by Mole Jazz. That LP remained at the top of the British jazz charts for well over a year, so Mole eventually released a second album from the same session. Fans all over the world have worn those LPs out and have been clamoring for 30 years to hear ...

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Announcing the Winners of the "Ambrose Akinmusire - When the Heart Emerges Glistening" Giveaway

Source: Michael Ricci
May 18, 2011

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From Russia to Carnegie Hall: Violinist Leonid Levin's journey reflected on new CD

Source: Lauren Rogers
May 18, 2011

Leonid Levin's violin has logged more miles than the average person. It has taken its owner far, this beloved instrument. At this point it has become an extension of Levin himself, his right-hand man, his brother in arms. From his humble roots studying music in Moscow, Russia so many years ago, Levin and his violin have travelled far and wide, often entering a twilight zone wherein dreams become reality. In his life as a hard-working musician, Levin has already experienced ...

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Avram Fefer / Michael Bisio / Igal Foni at Sixth Street Garden (NYC) on May 21at 5pm

Source: Avram Fefer
May 18, 2011

Thanks to everyone who made the CD release show such an amazing experience last week. Please join us this Saturday for the last local show before a two week tour in Europe—a free show in a local community garden. We will perform original compositions and improvisations in a beautiful outdoor setting. The Avram Fefer Trio is Avram Fefer saxophones Micahel Bisio bass Igal Foni drums Saturday, May 21st 5 pm (two sets) ...

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Jazz Arts Group of Columbus Announces 2011-12 Season

Source: Michael Ricci
May 18, 2011

The Jazz Arts Group of Columbus (JAG) is pleased to announce the 2011-2012 seasons of the Swingin' with the CJO and Inside Track series. Under the direction of world-renowned band leader and trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, continues to break new ground while honoring the rich heritage of Americas classical music jazz. With season after season of inspiring, uplifting performances, the CJO is making audiences stand up and shout for more! The Swingin' with the CJO season ...

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40th Anniversary of Marvin Gaye's Landmark "What's Going On" Celebrated with Super Deluxe Edition & Events

Source: Universal Music Enterprises
May 18, 2011

On May 21, 1971, Motown Records released an album unique to its vast, already classic catalog: a suite of protest songs, railing, albeit softly and with an undeniable groove, about the planet's woes and the pain of war. With What's Going On, Marvin Gaye forever changed the sound and subject matter of popular music, influencing and inspiring every generation since. Formerly Motown's reigning smooth-faced, smiling, mass-appeal artist, this album was Gaye's departure for the bearded, brooding, reflective, angry artist he ...

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