Jazz News

Christian McBride at the Jazz Museum in Harlem, October 16th

Source: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services
October 15, 2007

The National Jazz Museum in Harlem 104 East 126th Street New York, NY 10035 212 348-8300 Christian McBride October 16, 2007, 7pm Harlem Speaks Education Initiative October 20, 2007, 4pm Last week the National Jazz Museum in Harlem produced a panel discussion on New Orleans past, present and future; a wide-ranging discussion with jazz trombonist Grachan Moncur III; a dynamite performance of originals and compositions by Duke Elllington and Dr. Billy Taylor rendered by ...

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Aliant Mobility Sounds Fantastic and TBS Present the Legendary Duke Robillard and Band

Source: Just Roots PR
October 15, 2007

Aliant Mobility Sounds Fantastic and TBS Present The Legendary Duke Robillard and His Band

When: 9 PM, Saturday, October 20th Where:@ George's Roadhouse Tickets $10 in advance (at Ducky's) and $12 at the door Special Student Price:: $6(only available at the door, ID required):

Here's a quick quiz: What do Bob Dylan, Jay McShann, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, John Hammond, the late Jimmy Witherspoon, Dr. John, Maria Muldaur, Roomful of Blues, and the Canadian band ...

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Dan Phillips Trio Releases "Destination Unknown"

Source: All About Jazz
October 15, 2007

After several years in Asia guitarist Dan Phillips reunites with his Chicago Trio for their third release Destination Unknown. This release once again features Phillips's unique writing and playing style with artful contributions from two long time compatriots Tim Mulvenna and Krzysztof Pabian. From harmonically rich compositions to deep grooves and wide open blowing this release is tuneful, adventurous and indeed their best yet!

About Dan Phillips

Dan Phillips has worked as guitarist, bandleader and jazz educator in New York, ...

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Jazz Trumpeter Mark Rapp Plays for Playmate's Birthday

Source: All About Jazz
October 15, 2007

Mark Rapp will play a very special performance for Playboy Playmate Natalia Sokolova on October 15th. The exclusive birthday party will play host to top playmates, models including Julia Hendersen (Sport Illustrated), Jessica Gomes (Victoria Secret) and actors from the Sopranos, Entourage among others. Sokolova discovered Rapp through her event planning company Exquisite Planning, LLC. After hearing his music, Sokolova contacted and requested Rapp to play for her at her private birthday celebration. Rapp recently recorded his debut effort under ...

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Ariel with "Take 3" Trio at Yad Labanim in T-a on October 18, 8 PM in Tel-Aviv

Source: All About Jazz
October 15, 2007

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Paul Nash "Jazz Cycles" CD Release Event at Cachaca Jazz & Samba Club Wednesday, October 17th

Source: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services
October 15, 2007

Paul Nash Jazz Cycles CD Release Event Wednesday October 17th 6:30pm - 8:30pm Cachaca Jazz & Samba Club 35 West 8th Street New York (212) 388-9099 Band: Shane Endsley (trumpet) Bruce Williamson (soprano & alto sax) Tim Ries (tenor sax) Jim Ridl (piano) Vic Juris (guitar) Jeff Carney (bass) Grisha Alexiev (drums) New CD Paul Nash ...

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Sathima Bea Benjamin 71st Birthday Concert and Historic Album Reissue at Sweet Rhythm Wednesday, October 17

Source: All About Jazz
October 15, 2007

Sathima Bea Benjamin 71st Birthday Concert and Historic Album Reissue Sathima Bea Benjamin Celebrates 71st Birthday at Sweet Rhythm As Well As Reissue of A Morning In Paris, Her Debut Album Featuring Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, and Abdullah Ibrahim Sathima Bea Benjamin - vocals Onaje Allan Gumbs - piano Marcus McLaurine - bass George Gray - drums $20 cover, $10 drink minimum Sweet Rhythm ...

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The Jazz Session #31: Matt Shulman

Source: All About Jazz
October 15, 2007

On the new episode of The Jazz Session, Jason Crane interviews trumpeter and vocalist Matt Shulman about his new album, So It Goes (Jaggo Records, 2007). Shulman sings and plays trumpet, but that's where the Chet Baker comparison ends, although like Baker, Shulman incorporates the hip music of the day into his own work. Skilled at multiphonics -- playing one note while simultaneously singing another -- Shulman is able to expand the range of the trumpet beyond its normal capacity. ...

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