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Dafnis Prieto: Experiments in Spontaneity

by R.J. DeLuke
October 16, 2012

Improvisation--music in the moment, eloquently once called “the sound of surprise"--takes place in genres besides jazz. But in America's indigenous art form, it is a cornerstone. The degree to which a song might contain improv varies greatly. Sometimes it's hard to tell in a highly arranged piece where the musicians are taking liberties. Other times its ...

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Jazz For Obama 2012 @ Symphony Space on October 9th

October 3, 2012

The Jazz Concert for America's Future Jazz For Obama 2012, Tuesday October 9th Featuring Ron Carter Dee Dee Bridgewater Jim Hall Roy Haynes Kenny Barron Joe Lovano Kenny Garrett Christian McBride Jimmy Heath Jeff Tain Watts ...

News: Festival

6th Festival Internacional de Jazz de Barquisimeto

September 23, 2011

From October 1st till October 9th the most important International Jazz Festival will be celebrated. Barquisimeto will become the Jazz capital of Venezuela for the 6th consecutive year. This event will bring together leading exponents from the local and international music scene on various galas, concerts, conferences, lectures and jam sessions. The Opening Concert will be ...

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Article: Live Review

Panama Jazz Festival: January 10-15, 2011

by Emilie Pons
January 24, 2011

8th Panama Jazz FestivalPanama City, PanamaJanuary 10-15, 2011 Being a jazz musician anywhere is difficult, and perhaps even more so in Panama, Mexico, or even South America. However, the Danilo Pérez Foundation, at Plaza Herrera, in San Felipe, the heart of the historical part of Panama City, makes it easier. Every year the ...

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Valamar Jazz Festival in Porec (Croatia)

June 12, 2010

Soak up the sounds of summer at Istria's first international jazz festival this July. Famed artists such as Dianna Reeves and Dave Holland will perform under the stars in a series of open-air concerts on the beautiful island of St. Nikola, followed by a lavish party at the elegant Villa Polesini. Main program: Island Sveti Nikola, ...

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Article: Album Review

Fabrizio Sotti: Inner Dance

Read "Inner Dance" reviewed by John Barron

by John Barron
April 30, 2010

Italian-born guitarist Fabrizio Sotti straddles the fence between straight-ahead jazz and pop-oriented instrumentals on Inner Dance, a muscular guitar extravaganza featuring Sotti's original compositions. Sotti gives equal attention to electric and nylon string acoustic guitars throughout, striking a balance between chops-heavy showcases and reflective pieces with an emphasis on song structure. His electric playing ...

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Article: Live Review

Claudia Acuna Casts Her Flamenco Jazz Spell in Amsterdam

by Guy Zinger
April 18, 2010

Claudia AcunaBimhuisAmsterdam, NetherlandsApril 3, 2010 Much like a modern-day matador, Claudia Acuna took the stage of the Bimhuis, dressed for the occasion. A performer filled with passionate dramatic tension on the one hand and tender jazz intimacy on the other--strength and grace, intertwined. Singer-songwriter Claudia Acuna, born in Santiago, Chile, Acuna ...

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Article: Album Review

Fabrizio Sotti: Inner Dance

Read "Inner Dance" reviewed by Larry Taylor

by Larry Taylor
April 8, 2010

Guitarist and composer Fabrizio Sotti dedicates his album Inner Dance to two jazz greats, guitarist Wes Montgomery and organist Jimmy Smith. He presents a wide range of compositions, mostly in a low-key, mellow mood. He plays both acoustic and amplified guitars, and his main collaborator here is Sam Barsh on Hammond B-3 organ; their interplay is ...

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Benefit for Chile March 20

March 12, 2010

Claudia Acuna & (le) Poisson Rouge presents MUSIC FOR CHILE: A Benefit Concert Hosted by Ambassador Heraldo Muoz CLAUDIA ACUNA BAND featuring JON COWHERD, piano; MARK KELLEY, bass; YAYO SERKA, drums; JUANCHO HERRERA, guitar; plus special guest MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO Also featuring EVA AYLLON, DAVID GILMORE, JASON LINDNER, and PABLO VERGARA QUARTET SATURDAY, MARCH 20, 2010: 7pm ...

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