Jazz News

The Late, Great Nina Simone Celebrated on New CD

Source: Michael Ricci
December 11, 2009

Her name is synonymous with the passion, talent and raw emotion that she put into every note she sang and played--and now the “High Priestess of Soul", Nina Simone, is being celebrated on a new CD. Compiled by her former husband, Andy Stroud, the CD features never before heard tracks by Nina, duets with her friends, tracks by family and even a recording of Simone learning French. This newest CD embraces the amazing art and passion of Simone who composed ...

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Michigan State University College of Music Presents "A Jazzy Little Christmas" on December 19th

Source: Michael Ricci
December 11, 2009

Join the Michigan State University professors of jazz as they celebrate the holiday season with jazzy renditions of their own holiday favorites during “A Jazzy Little Christmas," at 8 p.m. Dec. 19 at Wharton Center's Pasant Theatre. Led by artistic director and jazz bassist Rodney Whitaker, the world-class musicians who make up the faculty in the MSU College of Music's jazz studies program, promise to whip up a magical night for all. The third concert of four in the Michigan ...

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Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola January 2010 Lineup

Source: Michael Ricci
December 11, 2009

Mon-Sun, Dec 28-Jan 3 Paquito D'Rivera & Brazilian Dreams w/the New York Voices After Hours: Tue-Sat, Dec 29-Jan 2 Antonio Madruga & Friends (Jan 1: Closed on New Year's Day) Mon-Tue, Jan 4-5 Jon Batiste Band w/Jennifer Sanon, Ryland Kelly, Joe Saylor, Eddie Barbash, and many special guests Featuring Jon Batiste, piano, melodica; Jennifer Sanon, vocal; Ryland Kelly, bass; Joe Saylor, drums; Eddie Barbash, tenor saxophone; and many special guests. After Hours: Tue, Jan 5 David ...

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Matthieu Donarier Trio - Live Forms

Source: Michael Ricci
December 11, 2009

By Jean-Marc Gelin

Matthieu Donarier plays with the usual suspects on his second album, following on from Optic Topic which was highly praised by critics when released in 2004. This new live album, recorded at Saint Nazaire and Angers, France, testifies to the increasing intimacy between the three musicians who have been playing together since their school days. It is with this trio (despite his other bands with Daniel Humair, Alban Darche and Patrick Caratini) that Matthieu Donarier demonstrates his ...

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Jacqui Naylor Special on 1.FM - Adore Vocal Jazz

Source: Michael Ricci
December 11, 2009

Jacqui Naylor is known for her interpretative capabilities and wide vocal range, with her signature “acoustic smashing" technique.

Jacqui is singing jazz standards over rock classics or vice versa, like Gershwins' “Summertime" over The Allman Brothers' “Whipping Post" or Rodgers & Hart's “My Funny Valentine" over AC/DC's “Back in Black."

She's an incomparable singer, delivering top-drawer originals. This Jacqui Naylor's 1-hour special will peek into her unique world.

Tune in to www.adorejazz.com to listen to this special and the best ...

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Gregg Rolie's "Rain Dance" CD Receives Rave Reviews

Source: Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
December 11, 2009

Houston, TX -- Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Gregg Rolie, best known for his vocals and keyboard work with legendary music groups Santana and Journey, has caused a flurry of excitement amongst the music press with the release of his latest CD Rain Dance. This live CD captures Gregg and his all-star band performing at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in 2007. The music press and fans alike have been raving about the new CD and have even compared ...

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Najee to Perform National Anthem at Orlando Magic Game

Source: On Target Media Group
December 10, 2009

On December 25th, renowned sax-flute superstar Najee will perform the National Anthem at a Orlando Magic/Boston Celtics game. Enter to win a pair of tickets to attend the game with none other than Najee himself, witness his special pre-game performance of the National Anthem, and take home a prize pack of Mind Over Matter--Najee's latest CD and a poster! Mind Over Matter includes guest appearances by keyboardist Jeff Lorber on “Stolen Glances" and “One More Thing," and vocalist Eric Bent ...

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Celebrate Installation of New Concert Piano at Saint Peter's Church

Source: Carolyn McClair Public Relations
December 10, 2009

JAZZ MINISTRY OF SAINT PETERS CHURCH, NOBLE ART PIANOS and PIANOCULTURE.COM CELEBRATE INSTALLATION OF NEW PIANO at SAINT PETERS with CONCERT SERIES PIANOCULTURE AT SAINT PETERS features EDSEL GOMEZ (12/17), HAROLD ONEAL (12/18) and ELIO VILLAFRANCA (12/19) NEW YORK, NY -- The Jazz Ministry of Saint Peters Church, Noble Art Pianos and pianoculture.com proudly announce the arrival of a new Sauter Omega 220 Concert Piano at Saint Peters Church. To celebrate the arrival of the new piano, Saint Peters Church ...

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