Results for "James Wrubel"

James Wrubel

James Wrubel brings an exciting blend of influence to his musical sphere. Having shared the stage with some of the world's finest Jazz, Latin Jazz, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, African, avant-garde musicians, and Grammy winning artists, the young pianist emerges on the other side with a mature, focused, and dynamic voice. Never forgetting the piano as a percussion instrument, he brings a rhythmic force in tune with considerable technique to round out his sound. A patient player, lover of lush harmonies, deft melodic lines, and left hand counterpoint, Wrubel focuses his energy on acknowledging the communication within the group, never content to settle into the role as "the pianist." With an open mind and eyes and ears, it is no wonder that his groups offer exciting results in reworking even the most frequently performed Jazz Standards

Dale Head: Swing, Straight Up

by Jack Bowers
September 30, 2015

Dale Head is a high-energy singer who doubles on trumpet and makes up in drive and enthusiasm for what he may lack in singularity and polish. Swing Straight Up, on which Head is backed by Rory Snyder's admirable Night Jazz Band, underlines the singer's strengths (strong voice, an abundance of self-confidence) while serving as a reminder ...