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Book / Magazine

2013 Special Edition eBook "Power, Passion And Beauty - The Story Of The Legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra"

Source: Walter Kolosky
November 28, 2012

2013 marks the 40th anniversary of the tumultuous break-up of the greatest band that ever was, the Mahavishnu Orchestra. The group, founded by British guitarist John McLaughlin, was the first to fuse jazz, rock and world music into critical and commercial success. In a remarkable feat, its strictly instrumental albums were able to find their way into the Top 20 of the Billboard rock charts. The Special Edition eBook “Power, Passion and Beauty - The Story of the Legendary Mahavishnu ...

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Education

Usdan Center, With Expanded Jazz Program, Holds Open House 12/2

Source: Reva Cooper
November 28, 2012

Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts, the renowned summer arts day camp whose Jazz Department was created by Dr. Billy Taylor, announces its next free Open House for its 2013 summer season on Sunday December 2 from 11 AM to 2 PM. Artists including Jimmy Heath, Jon Faddis, Arturo O'Farrill, Randy Brecker ((Marian McPartland}} and Jane Monheit have performed and taught at the Center. Usdan, on a magnificent 200- acre woodland campus on Long Island, is attended by ...

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Recording

Electric NHIC Releases New CD - Concert at Firehouse12 on Saturday December 1st

Source: Bob Gorry
November 28, 2012

NHIC Records announces the release of the new CD Ground Waves by Electric NHIC on November 1st, 2012. CD Release Concert at Firehouse12 on Saturday December 1st Electric NHIC evolved from the high energy avant-funk of Mayhem Circus Electric, a signature grouping of the New Haven Improvisers Collective. MCE's well-received CD, Lubricity, was praised by the New Haven Advocate for its tight post funk grooves and called fun and relentlessly heavy creative jazz by Cadence magazine. Gapplegate Music compared it ...

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Event

Jazz @ The Elks

Source: Jazz @ The Elks
November 28, 2012

The Plymouth Elks Lodge #1780 in Plymouth MI has Jazz @ The Elks in a beautiful club setting on the last Tuesday of every month from 7 pm to 10 pm. On Tuesday, November 27, 2012 we are presenting the Terry Lower Trio with Russ Miller. Russ Miller on Alto Sax and Flute, Terry Lower on Keyboard, Jim Ryan on Drums, and Ray Tini on Bass. There is a $10 donation at the door which includes hors d’oeuvres. For more ...

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Website

Celebrate Cyber Monday with All About Jazz and Save!

Source: All About Jazz
November 26, 2012

We're celebrating Cyber Monday at the brand new All About Jazz Store with discounts! If you make a purchase any time on November 26th, you can save up to 30% on select items. Just type in “60ZCYBERSALE" as the promo code when you go to check out. We offer a line of T-shirts, sweatshirts, mobile phone and iPad cases/covers, mugs & drinkware, and other great gift items for you or your jazz friends. Visit our store today, make a purchase, ...

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Recording

David Kilminster, Guitarist On Roger Waters’ The Wall Tour, Releases Debut Solo CD "Scarlet – The Director's Cut"

Source: Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
November 26, 2012

London, UK - Guitar virtuoso David Kilminster, best known for his work with Roger Waters and Keith Emerson, has released his debut solo CD titled 'Scarlet – The Director's Cut'. David's radical techniques and mesmerizing sounds have captivated fans and fellow musicians alike worldwide. Named “Guitarist of the Year” by Guitar Magazine in 1991, the recognition propelled him on a super-charged career as a multifaceted guitarist, vocalist, writer, engineer, and producer. Credited by keyboard legend Keith Emerson for inspiring him ...

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Recording

Steve Scholz - Debut Album " When You Feel It Within"

Source: Steve Scholz
November 26, 2012

Steve Scholz is releasing his debut album as a leader - featuring all original compositions. It has been described as an intimate blend of acoustic straight-ahead/latin jazz - with playful melodies, afro-cuban rhythms and the soulfulness of the blues - music that keep a coherent storyline and mood. Steve Scholz is currently on faculty at Contra Costa College and Diablo Valley College as the adjunct professor of jazz/popular piano. He was formerly a member of the graduate faculty at Florida ...

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Event

Mickey Bass & Manhattan Burn Unit @ Sista's Place

Source: Brownstone Entertainment Complex, LLC
November 26, 2012

Legendary Bassist & Bandleader Mickey Bass is a Hard-bop veteran. As a “Jazz Messenger” he Recorded, Composed & Arranged for Art Blakey. Also worked as a Bassist with Billy Eckstine, Hank Mobley, Freddie Hubbard and Sonny Rollins, to name but a few, and Gloria Lynne, for whom he also served as Musical Director. Recordings include stints with; Hank Mobley & Lee Morgan for “Blue Note” Records, Bobby Timmons on “Prestige” and Curtis Fuller on “Mainstream.” Meanwhile...back to the Band, which ...

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