Results for "Bernie Arai"

Bernie Arai

Goodbye, Strawberry Hill

By Sharon Minemoto

Label: Cellar Music Group
Released: 2026
Track listing: Rosebud (for Keiko Robson); Meditation; Nenju (Prayer Beads); Eulogy (for Sunawa Minemoto); No Way Out; Captive Voyage; Ashes Falling Like Leaves; Akatombo; Dragonfly; An Ocean Between Us.

Sharon Minemoto: Goodbye, Strawberry Hill

by Jack Bowers
May 30, 2026

The years 1942 through 1945 embody a dark chapter in American and Canadian history--not only in terms of the grievous losses of life and treasure during World War II but also for the abandonment of human rights and the cruel and indefensible treatment of many thousands of their fellow citizens, more specifically those of Japanese descent. ...

Trio Plus One It's All So

By Brad Turner

Label: Cellar Music Group
Released: 2025
Track listing: Mr. Charles; Spring Peeper; Wondertramp; Can't Know How; All Ocean Views; Glory Days; It's All So; Love For Sale.

Brad Turner: Trio Plus One It's All So

by Pierre Giroux
June 25, 2025

Brad Turner has long been celebrated as one of Canada's most versatile and expressive artists, whether delivering shimmering lines on the trumpet, crafting emotionally resonant compositions, or, as he does on Trio Plus One, It's All So, showcasing his refined pianistic voice. The album features nine tracks--eight of which are Turner originals-- affirming his stature not ...

Dark Night, Bright Stars

By Sharon Minemoto

Label: Cellar Music Group
Released: 2023
Track listing: As Luck Would Have It; Alexandra(For Natasha); Letters From The Midwest; Bike Path(For Dean); Dark Night, Bright Stars; Color Contrast; The Scenic Route; Supermoon; For Bob Murphy; House From The Dream; Good Hearts; Changes.

Sharon Minemoto: Dark Night, Bright Stars

by Jack Bowers
November 19, 2023

Dark Night, Bright Stars, the second recording by Vancouver, Canada-based pianist Sharon Minemoto and her well-knit quartet, has no need for unseemly frills or flourishes. This is simply clear, plain-spoken contemporary jazz, ably performed by Minemoto and her talented teammates. The album's dozen numbers, all written and arranged by Minemoto, are tasteful and ...

Sharon Minemoto: Dark Night, Bright Stars

by Pierre Giroux
October 23, 2023

Pianist and composer Sharon Minemoto has released an album entitled Dark Night, Bright Stars, which offers a diverse and emotionally resonant listening experience characterized by skillful musicianship and a sense of camaraderie among the participants. These long-time friends include tenor saxophonist Jon Bentley, bassist Darren Radtke and drummer Bernie Arai. All compositions are by Minemoto, providing ...

Fun House

By David Blake

Label: Cellar Music Group
Released: 2022
Track listing: Jon, No Jon; Devil Stick; Play Dead; Where’s There; Flowers for Kenny; The Single Petal of a Rose; Bernie Does It; Fun House; All to Say.

A Night at the Espresso

By Tom Keenlyside

Label: Cellar Music Group
Released: 2022
Track listing: Skweet; Amor, O Misterio; All of You; Speak Low; Ghost of a Chance; Garden Bay; But Not for Me; Lazy Afternoon; Cherokee; Pelo Amor de Musica Triste; Dave.