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Pianist Felix Stussi Interviewed at AAJ
Felix Stussi has always been a composer in the true sense of the word. His approach is very eclectic. The result, however, is homogeneous and authentic. This is mostly due to the fact that he has studied (masters degree in ethnomusicology, University of Zurich, 1997) and incorporated the different sources of inspiration into his own playing ...
Flutist, Bill McBirnie, with James Brown!
The subject line may appear to be incredible. Nonetheless, Bill has uploaded an interesting video on YouTube playing with a classic James Brown track, “Give It Up or Turnit a Loose". Of course, those of you familiar with Bill's flute work will recognize that he also likes to swing. So, in addition, he has uploaded a ...
Felix Stussi: Delivers
by Mary Ann Lacey
Félix Stüssi performed on piano accompanied by a five piece band at the Upstairs Jazz Bar in Montreal this past August, 2008. This performance was a CD launch for his second CD, Baiji (Justin Time, 2008). Félix Stüssi, the Swiss-born Montreal-based musician, is on a roll. Last year he won the coveted GM prize at the ...
Chalkers Pub & Bistro This Week: December 4-10
Heres whats coming up at Chalkers Pub & Bistro, on the second floor at 247 Marlee Ave. No cover for any of these shows. Thursday, December 4, 8-12 Girls Night Out Jazz Jam Anchored by host and versatile singer Lisa Particelli, with famed Norman Marshall Villeneuve on drums, this event, now in ...
Tim Turvey: Autodidactic
by Brian Gall
A dazzling jazz drummer first, for sure, Tim Turvey is also an up-and-coming multi-instrumentalist and composer with an aptitude for recording his own work. In this brief four-song debut EP, the Brantford, Ontario native demonstrates sharp, thundering skills on his primary instruments as a percussionist. The piano, clarinet, bass and guitar work is all his doing ...
Spearhead Nye in Vancouver
GOOD VIBRATIONS GO NORTH! Too often Americans forget to think of our good neighbors to the north, but thankfully Michael Franti & Spearhead are doing their part to rectify this oversight over the year-changing holidays ahead. The “How ya feelin'" man and his talented cohorts will celebrate New Year's Eve at The Vogue Theater in ...
AAJ's Martin Gladu to Present at Concordia University
All About Jazz Section Editor and contributor Martin Gladu will be presenting at Montreal's Concordia University's Faculty Of Music. As a one-day, guest lecturer he will offer insight on diverse topics including: Web promotion ideas Digital distribution Review of current outlets available for selling and promoting music online Music social ...
Concerts from Diana Krall and the Five Peace Band with Chick Corea and John McLaughlin!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008 — The 30th anniversary of the Festival International de Jazz de Montral is already looking great! After announcing the release of a superb photo album commemorating three decades of musical magic, the Festival reveals the names of the major artists already signed on for the 2009 program of the Jazz All Year ...
A Photo Album to Crystallize 30 Years of Passion - The Festival Under the Stars
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 — For 30 years, the Festival International de Jazz de Montral has created an incredible array of magical moments, as captured in The Festival Under the Stars, a magnificent album specially created to celebrate three decades of passion. Through the 144 pages and hundreds of photos of this brand-new book, fans can ...
Saxophonist/Flautist Jane Bunnett Interviewed at AAJ
Jane Bunnett, the Toronto soprano saxophonist, flutist and bandleader and her husband, trumpeter Larry Cramer have built their careers at the crossroads between Cuban music and jazz. Twice nominated for Grammy Awards and a fixture at the nominations for Canada's Juno Awards, their bands are virtual showcases for the finest musical talent from Canada, the United ...
