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Fall 2025 Season Showcases New England Conservatory's Pathbreaking Vision
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Braithwaite & Katz Communications
In its dynamic fall 2025 season,New England Conservatory (NEC) celebrates the legacy of visionary composer and educator Gunther Schuller. In 1967, Schuller began a decade as president of NEC, establishing the first fully accredited Jazz Studies Department at an American conservatory and launching the Third Stream Department. “Nothing like that had ever existed,” NEC Dean and Chief Artistic Officer Hank Mou said. “Gunther Schuller fostered collaborations between artists who hadn’t previously worked together and in doing so laid the groundwork ...
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Hiroko Mina, Ron Carter And Nanny Assis - Beyond The Silk Road - Exciting New Age!
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Scott Thompson Public Relations
Japanese pianist and composer Hiroko MINA unveils her latest album, Beyond The Silk Road, an extraordinary sonic journey released today, August 25. Inspired by the legendary cultural route that connected East and West, the album blends ancient traditions, contemporary composition, and world-class jazz performance into one breathtaking experience. One of the album’s most remarkable moments comes in its opening track, “Wings of Celestial Maiden," which features jazz legend Ron Carter. His deeply resonant bass lines intertwine with Japan’s highest form ...
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Legendary Brazilian Jazz Artists Flora Purim And Airto Moreira Join Pianist/Songwriter Ricardo Bacelar On New Single 'Aqui, Oh'
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ARE Group
Two of the most internationally acclaimed Brazilian artists, regarded as references by generations of musicians and jazz lovers, Flora Purim and Airto Moreira, have returned to the studio at the invitation of musician and producer Ricardo Bacelar. The singer and percussionist immersed themselves in a creative and musical retreat at Jasmin Music studio in Fortaleza, Brazil. The first result of this encounter is the single “Aqui, Oh!”, a collaboration between Toninho Horta and Fernando Brant, which will be released on ...
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Announcing The Gilmore’s 2025 Rising Stars Concert Series Of Emerging Jazz And Classical Pianists
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AMT Public Relations
Chelsea Guo (Sep 21) Luther S. Allison Trio (Oct 4) Giorgi Gigashvili (Oct 5) Miki Yamanaka Trio (Dec 6) The Gilmore 359 S. Kalamazoo Mall Kalamazoo, MI Tickets Now on Sale: General $28 / Students $10. To reserve tickets, visit TheGilmore.org or call 269.359.7311. Livestream: Free at YouTube.com/TheGilmore. Dr. Pierre van der Westhuizen, Executive and Artistic Director of The Gilmore, announced its 2025 Rising Stars Series showcasing today’s emerging classical and jazz pianists. With the first performance set for September ...
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Frank Wildhorn Unveils 'Frank Wildhorn & Friends: Live In Las Vegas With Jane Monheit And Clint Holmes' A Dynamic Return To His Jazz Roots Recorded Live At The Smith Center Inside Cabaret Jazz
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Jill Siegel
Frank & Friends: Live in Las Vegas with Jane Monheit and Clint Holmes, a captivating live album recorded at the Smith Center inside Cabaret Jazz is now available on all streaming platforms featuring 17 tracks lovingly selected by the renowned multi-Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-nominated composer and producer Frank Wildhorn for Jane Monheit and Clint Holmes. This album, produced by Frank Wildhorn and Myron Martin, features songs from Wildhorn musicals “Jekyll & Hyde”, “The Scarlet Pimpernel”, “ Wonderland,”” Camille Claudel” ...
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Snarky Puppy Masterclass And West End Mambo Amplify The 14th Annual Coltrane Jazz Fest
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Nandrea Ward
The John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival has always been about more than great performances about connection, creativity, and community. This year, festival organizers are turning up the excitement with two dynamic additions that promise to make the 14th annual event even more unforgettable. As a special kickoff to the Festival weekend, music lovers can experience an exclusive Snarky Puppy Masterclass with founder and bandleader Michael League and members of the Grammy-winning ensemble. Scheduled for Friday, August 29 at ...
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Mz Val Releases Debut Jazz Album 'Simply Me' – A Soulful Journey Of Authentic Sound
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Valerie Monroe
MzVal’s 2nd single “How Glad I Am" is a vibrant and heartfelt addition to the contemporary music scene, showcasing her remarkable talent and emotional depth. The lyrics are a testament to the power of gratitude and joy, resonating with listeners through their simplicity and sincerity. MzVal’s voice shines brightly as she navigates the emotional landscape of the song, effortlessly conveying a sense of warmth and celebration that is infectious. MzVal (Valerie Monroe) is a dynamic jazz vocalist whose artistry blends ...
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From Japan To The World Stage: Insights For Artists Seeking Success In Japan
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Nu Jazz Publicity
Landing the Gig: Building a Jazz Career in and Beyond Japan Jazz-Con 2025 | September 16, 2025 | 8:00am – 9:00am EDT (US-NY) Japan has long been one of the most vibrant and passionate markets for jazz, with a history of producing world-class artists and devoted fans. On Tuesday, September 16, Jazz-Con 2025 will present Landing the Gig: Building a Jazz Career in and Beyond Japan, a one-hour panel exploring how native Japanese jazz musicians maintain deep ties to ...
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