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Reedman Myron Walden Interviewed at AAJ...And More!

Source: All About Jazz
November 23, 2009

In words often used to describe the music of Duke Ellington, Myron Walden is a saxophonist beyond category. More so than many other musicians, Walden himself eschews reliance on any one instrument, not tenor or alto nor soprano nor bass nor ... well, you get the idea. The voice that he is striving to use in any particular setting can vary widely from time to time; there is no favorite child in this man's family of instruments.

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Either/Orchestra to Celebrate 24th Birthday at the Center for Arts in Natick (MA) on December 5

Source: Michael Ricci
November 23, 2009

The Massachusetts-based Either/Orchestra will be celebrating it 24th birthday with a performance at 8 pm on December 5 at the Center for Arts in Natick (MA). The ten-piece group, of six horns, piano, bass, drums and congas, whose first show was on December 17, 1985 in the Children's Room of the Cambridge MA Public Library, will feature its distinctive mix of original jazz flavored with Latin and Ethiopian grooves. Only bandleader/saxophonist Russ Gershon and trumpeter Tom Halter remain from the ...

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Announcing the Winners of the "Ben Neill - Night Science" Contest

Source: All About Jazz
November 23, 2009

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Pat Martino Quartet, featuring saxophonist, Eric Alexander @ Chris' Jazz Cafe Dec 4 & 5, 2009

Source: All About Jazz
November 22, 2009

Pat Martino, & His Organ Quartet featuring saxophonist, Eric Alexander, will perform at Chris' Jazz Cafe on December 4 and 5, 2009.

One of the most original of the jazz-based guitarists to emerge in the '60s, Philadelphia's own Pat Martino has been recognized as one of the most exciting virtuosos in jazz. Pat is known for his distinctive, fat sound and gut-wrenching performances and fully embodies thoughtful energy & soul.

PAT MARTINO QUARTET Pat Martino - guitar

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Composer/Arranger Michael Treni's CD/DVD "Turnaround" Released on November 24 by Bell Production Company

Source: MFA - Mitchell Feldman Associates
November 23, 2009

Project Showcases Original Music Recorded in 2008 & 2009 Performed By Large Jazz Ensembles Featuring Jerry Bergonzi, Vinnie Cutro & The Late Gerry Niewood Turnaround, a CD/DVD project documenting performances of eight original works by composer and arranger Michael Treni scored for a 16-piece jazz ensemble, is set for release on November 24, 2010 by the Bell Production Company. Among the personnel on the CD, which was recorded in February 2009 and February 2008, are saxophonists ...

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Download Two Free Tracks from Myron Walden's "Momentum"

Source: Michael Ricci
November 23, 2009

For a limited time, you can download two free MP3s from reedman Myron Walden's latest release Momentum.

And while you're listening to “Miles" and “What Goes Up Must Come Down," you can read AAJ's review of Momentum and read our interview Myron Walden: Eclectic Reedman.

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Miles Myron Walden Momentum 4:10 What Goes Up Must Come Down Myron Walden Momentum 5:23

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Holiday Song Creates Controversy by Reviving the Christmas Spirit

Source: Michael Ricci
November 23, 2009

Buffalo, NY - The writing team of Taylor and Reile of Van-i-T Publishing have renewed the spirit of the holiday season with the re-release of their sure to be hit single, “Let's Celebrate Christ". Van Taylor and Teresa Reile have come up with a holiday hit that puts the meaning of Christmas back into the word. The upbeat, jazzy song has everyone singing the lyrics and dancing to the beat. “It's not possible to sit still when you hear this ...

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Telluride Jazz Celebration in Colorado's Majestic San Juan Mountains Returns to Traditional Summer Dates for 34th Edition (August 6-8, 2010)

Source: MFA - Mitchell Feldman Associates
November 22, 2009

Dates for the 34th Annual Telluride Jazz Celebration (TJC), scheduled for August 6-8, 2010, were announced today by festival director Paul Machado and mark a return to the event's traditional summer time slot after taking place for the past two years in early June. “We're in the final stages of finalizing the 2010 line-up which will feature a full slate of Friday events in addition to music all day Saturday and Sunday and reinforce our long- standing commitment to nurturing ...

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