Jazz News

MNMP Records Signs Deals for Paul Nash 'Jazz Cycles' CD

Source: MusicDish Network
October 5, 2007

MNMP Records has signed distribution deals for the soon-to-be released full length album by Manhattan New Music Project performs Paul Nash: Jazz Cycles. Jazz Cycles is the first of two CDs meant to represent the definitive works that sum up the musical journey of the late jazz composer and performer Paul Nash. Cadence North Country will distribute the CD to stores across the U.S. starting October 2nd, while German-based finetunes will provide digital distribution in major and specialized ...

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Carol of the Bells: Holiday Music from Buselli-Wallarab Jazz Orchestra

Source: Michael Bloom Media Relations
October 5, 2007

The music presented in Carol of the Bells, this collection of holiday favorites, has been in the Buselli-Wallarab Jazz Orchestra library for many years, the original intent to be used for live performances during the Christmas season. It never occurred to us to record these pieces initially, but the response from audience members was so strong, that we felt it was time to honor their requests for a CD. The project, recorded entirely in one day, proved to be a ...

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Jazz Greats Grace Adam'space

Source: Elly Wininger
October 5, 2007

If you are anywhere near the Catskills, Adam'Space in Shokan will be the best place to hear great jazz in October. The Armen Donelian Trio will be performing there on Saturday, October 13th at 7pm, and The Jeff “Siege" Siegel Quartet will take the stage on Friday, October 26th at 8pm.

“A pianist with a crystalline touch," Armen Donelian has played with many jazz legends including Sonny Rollins, Chet Baker, Paquito D'Rivera, Mongo Santamaria and Billy Harper. A Fulbright Senior ...

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Jay Patten Releases New Album "Night Blue"

Source: LGB Media
October 5, 2007

Saxophonist, composer and vocalist Jay Patten brings a lifetime of musical experiences to his latest album, Night Blue. He has played on hundreds of recordings for such diverse artists as Johnny Cash, Lobo, Pure Prairie League, David Loggins, Nanci Griffith and many more. Jay, along with his Jay Patten Band, is a mainstay on the Nashville night scene and the concert stage, opening for Maynard Ferguson, Taj Mahal, Stanley Jorden, Ray Charles and others. In 1982, he gained the distinction ...

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Legendary Singer/Songwriter Phoebe Snow to Play Birdland Jazz Club

Source: All About Jazz
October 4, 2007

Birdland Jazz Club (315 West 44th Street, NYC) proudly presents the legendary singer/songwriter Phoebe Snow as she brings her extraordinary vocal instrument to Manhattan for a very rare New York club engagement (her first in nearly 20 years). In her three decades of performing, the brilliant singer has mastered a wide range of styles, from pop to jazz and from folk and rock to blues and funk. At Birdland, Ms. Snow will be joined by her new band to present ...

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Monk Birthday Piano Marathon in New York

Source: All About Jazz
October 4, 2007

Monk at 90 - Fazioli Piano Marathon Winter Garden, World Financial Center, NYC October 10 from 5 - 9:15pm: free admission The World Financial Center is located in Lower Manhattan, in the heart of Battery Park City. The complex is bordered by Vesey Street along the north, West Street to the east, Liberty Street on the south, and the Hudson River to the west. Please join New York's finest jazz and classical pianists to ...

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Anat Fort Trio with Special Guest Perry Robinson on clarinet at Chris' Jazz Cafe on October 6, 2007

Source: All About Jazz
October 4, 2007

Anat Fort trio plus guest Perry Robinson on clarinet will be performing at Chris' Jazz Cafe on October 6, 2007.

ANAT FORT TRIO PLUS PERRY ROBINSON Anat Fort - piano Gary Wang - bass Roland Schneider - drums Perry Robinson - clarinet

October 6, 2007 Sets starting @ 8 & 10 Chris' Jazz Cafe 1421 Sansom St Philadelphia PA Info: ...

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The Stars Come Out for Jay Patten's Album Release Party

Source: LGB Media
October 4, 2007

Nashville, TN - Some of Music City's most revered singers, songwriters and musicians recently gathered at the Bluebird Caf to celebrate the release of Jay Patten's critically acclaimed new album, “Night Blue." A number of celebrity guests, including Crystal Gayle, Gary Nicholson, Nanci Griffith, Delbert McClinton, Jimmy Hall, Deborah Allen, Roberto Bianco, Vickie Carrico, Frank Sheen and others, took the stage to perform with the Jay Patten Band. Proceeds from Jay Patten's album release celebration were donated to MusicCares. Saxophonist, ...

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