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Recording

Can You Hear Colour? Juliet Kelly's New Album Explores Synesthesia Through Music

Source: Juliet Kelly
September 9, 2024

Approximately 4% of the world's population experiences synesthesia, a fascinating condition where senses intertwine in unique ways. Juliet Kelly recently discovered that she is among this group, inspiring her to explore the connection between music and colour. Her latest release, Colour Coded, is a collection of four songs, each representing a different colour: purple, yellow, white, and gold. This captivating EP showcases Juliet’s vocal talents and features the elegantly simple guitar work of Rob Updegraff. Juliet says “I always suspected ...

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Event

Sholom Secunda: A 130th Anniversary Spectacular At Merkin Hall On September 14, 2024

Source: Yaacov Mayman
September 9, 2024

From Shtetl to Spotlight: The Immigrant’s Song Saturday | September 14, 2024 at 8pm MERKIN HALL Kaufman Music Center Sholom Secunda: A Visionary of Yiddish Theatre and Broadway His life’s journey from immigrant to influential composer embodies the American dream, while his music remains a timeless testament to the power of cultural cross-pollination. From Shtetl to Spotlight: The Immigrant’s Song One night only! Experience the vibrant journey of Jewish-American musical genius. A dazzling celebration of cultural heritage, from ...

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Recording

Soft Machine’s Theo Travis 'Aelous' One Hour Duduk Meditation CD/Blu-ray Featuring Production And Soundscapes By Steven Wilson Available September 6th, 2024

Source: Glass Onyon PR - Keith James
September 8, 2024

Theo Travis is widely known due to his work with his own bands and (among others) Soft Machine, Steven Wilson, Robert Fripp, Gong, Porcupine Tree and many more. His previous releases of duduk music on YouTube have become something of a sensation. The piece “Ancient Soul, Modern Times” (which is included on the Blu-ray) has amassed over 1 million listens Steven Wilson is one of the world’s most sought-after producers, mix engineers and remixers of multi-channel Surround Sound and Dolby ...

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Dario Acosta Teich New Single 'Pétalo Del Sur' Features Marta Gómez & based Off Stunning Poem By Esteemed Poet Dardo Solórzano. Out Now.

Source: Press Junkie PR
September 8, 2024

Dario Acosta Teich is proud to announce the second single, “Pétalo Del Sur,” off his upcoming album “Tierra Infinita.” The new song features the celebrated Colombian singer Marta Gómez, a Latin Grammy and Latin Billboard Music Award winner, and Tucuman poet Dardo Solórzano. “Pétalo Del Sur” is due out September 6 and will be available everywhere you stream music. Blends and fusions are a theme heard on the new single and throughout the album, Dario comments, “the new music embraces ...

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Performance / Tour

Filippo Vignato's Trombone Solo European Tour Dates

Source: Filippo Vignato
September 7, 2024

With his solo project All About Dreaming, the Italian Trombonist embarks on an 11-stop tour which will take place between September 5 and October 12, 2024, visiting some of the most significant European jazz venues across the Netherlands, Germany, France, Ireland, Romania, and Serbia. All About Dreaming Tour Dates September 5: Bimhuis (Amsterdam, Netherlands) September 6: Batavierhuis (Rotterdam, Netherlands) September 30: Italian Cultural Institute (Belgrade, Serbia) October 1: Italian Cultural Institute (Bucharest, Romania) October 3: ...

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Music Industry

Acclaimed Latin Recording Artist Rafael Moreno Announces Exciting New Albums For 2025-2027

Source: All About Jazz
September 6, 2024

Rafael Moreno is set to embark on an ambitious series of recording projects in the United States from 2025 to 2027, further solidifying his standing as one of the most-recognized recording artists in the world of Latin Jazz. The singer, music director, and band leader will record a series of albums in the United States starting in 2025 that will showcase his remarkable talent and versatility. The first of these projects, slated for June 2025, is Album 1.5,a salsa album ...

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Music Industry

The Latin Jazz Virtuoso Rafael Moreno To Lead Star-studded Bands In The United States

Source: All About Jazz
September 5, 2024

Rafael Moreno, recognized as a luminary in the Latin American music scene, has announced an impressive list of upcoming work in the United States with some of the country's most-recognized Latin Jazz bands and artists. From 2024 to 2027, Moreno will notably lead his own ensemble, “Rafael Moreno and His Orchestra," as the Lead Singer, Arranger, Orchestrator, and Band Leader. His ensemble is scheduled to captivate audiences at distinguished events and productions across the U.S., as highlighted by prestigious media ...

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'Waltz For Tom' A New Single From The Noah Peterson Quartet

Source: Noah Peterson
September 4, 2024

In anticipation of a hot, new full album release from The Noah Peterson Quartet, a preview of what's to come has been released in this latest single. “Waltz for Tom" is a moody, original composition written by Noah Peterson. The players are Noah Peterson on saxophone, Larry Natwick on piano, Juan Acosta on bass, and Harvery Dickens on drums. Enjoy the workings of this quartet as they explore the original works of composer/saxophonist Noah Peterson. The song has flavors of ...

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