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New England Conservatory Jazz Orchestra Celebrates Music Of George Russell On Thursday, October 19
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Braithwaite & Katz Communications
Ken Schaphorst leads the NEC Jazz Orchestra in its first concert of the year, a celebration of the centennial of George Russell, cherished NEC faculty member, innovative figure in the evolution of modern jazz, the music’s only major theorist, one of its most profound composers, and a trailblazer whose ideas transformed and inspired some of the greatest musicians of our time. The Music of George Russell takes place on Thursday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. in NEC’s historic Jordan Hall, ...
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Bianca Love Releases 'Time (Reprise)' Ft. Marcus Gilmore, The Highly Anticipated Follow-Up To Her Debut Hit
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Bianca Love
After the tremendous success of her last single, “Time,” Bianca Love is back with her latest masterpiece, “Time (Reprise)" featuring the renowned drummer Marcus Gilmore. This captivating release marks a significant moment in the career of the talented singer and multi-instrumentalist hailing from New Orleans and now residing in NYC, who is rapidly gaining recognition in the music world. “Time (Reprise)" is a sonic journey that transcends boundaries, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a melancholic, yet hopeful and energetic ...
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Zinc Bar's Fall And Winter Jazz Piano Series Takes Center Stage In Greenwich Village
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Decibel
Get ready for a soul-stirring journey through the world of jazz piano as Zinc Bar, the legendary venue nestled at 82 West 3rd Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, announces its highly anticipated Fall and Winter Jazz Piano Series. Presented by impresario Charles Carlini of Charles Carlini Presents, this exceptional series will showcase some of the most acclaimed jazz pianists, promising a captivating Tuesday evening experience that will leave you spellbound. Prepare to be mesmerized by a stellar lineup ...
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Jazzfest Berlin 2023: Spinning Time
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Berliner Festspiele
The 60th edition of Jazzfest Berlin provides a space for music that is playful and intuitive and brings together different generations in 36 projects. Coming generations are at the centre of the action right from the start: even before the festival opens, the Jazzfest ImproCamp will offer children an interdisciplinary approach to improvisation from the beginning of the second week of the autumn holidays and during the festival. And two children’s choirs from Berlin will perform in the opening of ...
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Guitar Virtuosos Daniel Reyes Llinás, Harvey Valdes, Elliott Sharp Release New Collaborative Album 'String Schemas' Now Available on 7D Media
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Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
“In April 2022, I was about to perform in Brooklyn for the first time since the pandemic. Offering a solo set didn't excite me much, so I invited my avant-garde jazz-wizard friend, Harvey Valdes, who had just released his superb recording of Bach’s lute works on the electric guitar. To complete the trifecta, I reached out to downtown legend, experimental guitarist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Elliott Sharp, whom I have been a fan of for many years and recently reconnected with. ...
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For Your Grammy Consideration: The Metropolitan Jazz Octet and vocalist Paul Marinaro presents: 'The Bowie Project'
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Michael Ricci
In the vast landscape of musical reinventions, few dare to juxtapose the realm of rock royalty with the intricate artistry of jazz. But the Metropolitan Jazz Octet (MJO), known for its innovative 'chamber jazz' brilliance, has undertaken such an endeavor with their album, The Bowie Project, released on January 16, 2023, on the Origin Records imprint. The MJO's legacy, rooted in the golden age of the 1950s, is no stranger to ambitious projects. Their exquisite blend of big band resonance ...
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Songstress Antonia Bennett, Daughter Of Jazz Icon Tony Bennett, Launches Solo Career At Dizzy's Club On November 30, 2023
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RickGomesPR
Antonia Bennett, the acclaimed jazz singer and daughter of legendary jazz icon Tony Bennett, launches her solo career at Dizzy's Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center on Thursday, November 30, with two performances at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. This one-night-only engagement promises an unforgettable journey through the Great American Songbook, along with Bennett’s own original compositions. With her warm and captivating voice, Bennett will bring to life timeless classics from the Great American Songbook, evoking the spirit of Ella ...
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Pianist/Composer Marcus Persiani 'The Proper Time' Features George Coleman, Wayne Escoffrey And More!
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Scott Thompson Public Relations
Marcus Persiani is a pianist, composer and arranger who has performed and toured with many luminary musicians throughout his career. First influenced by the sound of Debussy's melodies echoing from the piano through his home, he was drawn to jazz greats like Herbie Hancock, Ahmad Jamal, and McCoy Tyner. His journey has taken him from Chicago's vibrant musical scene to New York's artistic hub. While sharing the stage with such artists as Dizzy Gillespie, Max Roach and Tito Puente, and ...
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