Jazz News

Julio Santillan Trio at the Blue Note in New York

Source: All About Jazz
June 8, 2007

"Passion in music is always good; passion shaped by elegant concepts is even better. Argentinean native Julio Santilln leading this trio's compelling blend of classic guitar, argentinean folk and jazz, is even better." --The Village Voice featuring: JULIO A. SANTILLAN: guitar / compositions / voice SATOSHI TAKEISHI: percussion NUNO ANTUNES: clarinet special guest: RAUL JAURENA: bandoneon Sunday, JULY 1, 12:30 & 2:30pm BLUE NOTE JAZZ CLUB 131 W. 3rd St. ...

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Trombonist Deborah Weisz Announces the Release of Trio

Source: All About Jazz
June 8, 2007

Trombonist-composer-arranger Deborah Weisz announces the release of her new CD TRIO, with a street date set for June 12, 2007. The project, featuring Weisz on trombone, Sheryl Bailey on guitar and Nicki Parrott on bass, is a lively mix of original compositions, and classics by Monk and Dameron. Weisz notes that much of the music is from her “Garage" years--named for the Greenwich Village club of the same name--where the trio often performed, while the remainder of the cuts were ...

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Nearly 400 New Additions to AAJ Upcoming Jazz Release Center

Source: All About Jazz
June 8, 2007

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Holy Grail of Unreleased Wishbone Ash Recordings Sees 'First Light'

Source: Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
June 8, 2007

Stamford, CT - What can only be described as the 'holy grail' of unreleased recordings by classic rock legends Wishbone Ash sees its light of day with the CD release of First Light on UK's Talking Elephant Records. Founded in 1969, Wishbone Ash has released over 30 albums to date, and has been touted as one of the first dual-guitar rock bands. Back in early 1970 a very young Wishbone Ash, which featured Andy Powell, Ted Turner, Martin Turner and ...

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Jazz Vocalist Betty Shirley Returns with a Bang with the Release of Her Rescued CD~ "Close Your Eyes"

Source: All About Jazz
June 8, 2007

Jazz Vocalist extraordinaire Betty Shirley is happy to announce the release of her third CD as a leader, Close Your Eyes. The CD was completed just at the time Hurricane Katrina was rolling in. “We could hear the thunder inside the Word of Mouth Studio on the West Bank," remarks Shirley. This new CD master survived the storm thanks to great people at Word of Mouth Studio. The CD is finally out and was officially released on March 12, 2007 ...

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Carl Allen and Rodney Whitaker CD Release Party Monday, June 11th at Sweet Rhythm

Source: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services
June 8, 2007

COME OUT AND CELEBRATE THE MACK AVENUE RELEASE OF CARL ALLEN AND RODNEY WHITAKER MONDAY, JUNE 11TH SWEET RHYTHM 88 7TH AVENUE SOUTH NEW YORK, NY (212) 255-3626 SET TIMES: 8 & 10 PM

CARL ALLEN - DRUMS RODNEY WHITAKER - BASS GEORGE COLLIGAN - PIANO STEVE WILSON - SAXOPHONES RODNEY JONES - GUITAR

“They've created ...

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Renowned Grammy Award-Winning Artists to Headline 2007 Rhythm & Ribs Jazz Festival

Source: All About Jazz
June 8, 2007

Kansas City's Historic 18th and Vine Jazz District will heat up this summer as host to three of the world's most renowned jazz giants. With 31 Grammy awards among them, George Benson, Al Jarreau and the Pat Metheny Trio promise to deliver the musical experience of a lifetime at the third annual Rhythm & Ribs Jazz Festival on June 15-16. Since its inception in 2005, the Rhythm & Ribs Jazz Festival has grown into a truly ...

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Director of Education at International Association for Jazz Education Hired as New Executive Director for American Jazz Museum

Source: All About Jazz
June 8, 2007

Kansas City, MO. (June 8, 2007) - The American Jazz Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of its new executive director, Gregory A. Carroll, outgoing Director of Education for the International Association for Jazz Education. Carroll, who has been responsible for directing IAJE education and outreach programs worldwide, will assume the role on July 1, 2007. “On behalf of the Board and staff of the American Jazz Museum, we're extremely excited and confident in Mr. ...

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