Jazz News

Saxophonist Sarah Manning Interviewed at AAJ

Source: All About Jazz
June 14, 2010

Listening to Sarah Manning speak at length is nearly as absorbing as her music. She's intelligent, direct, witty, and serious-minded. As Manning waxes eloquent on topics ranging from the impact of three special mentors, to the benefits of being a well-rounded person, to issues surrounding woman's empowerment, you realize that she relishes every aspect of her life. The alto saxophonist and composer is the leader of the New York City-based band Shatter the Glass. Both on and off the bandstand, ...

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4G: What is It and Where It's Headed

Source: Michael Ricci
June 14, 2010

The first cellphone in the U.S. to use fourth-generation wireless technology better known as 4G debuted this month with the promise of super-fast download speeds, smooth video streams and even video chat.

But how revolutionary is 4G? Forrester Research analyst Charles Golvin talked to The Times about how it could change mobile communication.

How much faster is 4G? Most 3G subscribers today can expect about 1 megabit per second download speeds on average. 4G networks might deliver as ...

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Jimmy Dean Country Singer and Sausage Entrepreneur Dies

Source: Michael Ricci
June 14, 2010

Jimmy Dean, a country music legend for his smash hit about a workingman hero, “Big Bad John," and an entrepreneur known for his sausage brand, died on Sunday. He was 81.

With his drawled wisecracks and quick wit, Dean charmed many fans. But in both entertainment and business circles, he was also known for his tough hide. He fired bandmate Roy Clark, who went onto “Hee Haw" fame, for showing up late for gigs.

Dean grew up in a musical ...

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MOJA Radio/Weekly Features: June 14-20, 2010

Source: Michael Ricci
June 13, 2010

This Monday, June 14th, well present another Happy Birthday edition of our special feature, MONDAY WITH THE MASTERS on MOJA Radio. This time the focus is on one of the most celebrated pianists, composers and bandleaders in MOJA and all of jazz history, CHICK COREA, just two days after he celebrates his 69th birthday on Saturday, June 12th. You'll hear of his career beginnings working with Miles Davis and how Miles led him into electric jazz and fusion. Youll hear ...

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Sten Hostfalt 3 or 4 at Spike Hill NYC Feat. Ole Mathisen & Marko Djordjevic

Source: Michael Ricci
June 13, 2010

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Charlie O's June Jazz

Source: All About Jazz
June 13, 2010

Doug Mac Donald Trio With John Heard, bass and Roy McCurdy, drums June 14th

John Altman Quartet June 15th

Latin Jazz Louie Cruz Beltran Quartet June 16th

Janis Mann Quartet June 17th

Scotty Barnhart, Trumpet John Heard Trio John Heard, bass, Roy McCurdy, drums June 18th

Chuck Manning, Sax John Heard Trio June 19th

Tribute to Chet Baker ...

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New Music Seminar Announces the Artist on the Verge Summer Project & Award

Source: Michael Ricci
June 12, 2010

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OURSTAGE

The New Music Seminar (NMS), which is being held July 19 - 21 in New York City, and OurStage are teaming up for the Artists on the Verge new artist project and award. The Artist on the Verge project is aimed to aid aspiring artists who are judged to have the greatest chance for success to help break them into the music business. The finalists will be selected from over 600 artists in all genres who ...

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Jane Ira Bloom Trio with Mark Helias & Bobby Previte at Cornelia Street Cafe on June 13th

Source: Michael Ricci
June 12, 2010

Soprano saxophonist, composer and former NASA artist Jane Ira Bloom brings her trio to Cornelia Street Cafe for the first time on June 13th with long-time bandmates bassist Mark Helias and drummer Bobby Previte. They're fresh out of the recording studio with new compositions from Bloom's latest project that jetison the band into zero-g and beyond.

Don't miss these seasoned sonic explorers as they navigate the space ways.

Cornelia St Cafe 29 Cornelia St New York, ...

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