Results for "Kenny Werner"

Newest ARC Members Cover Broad Demographic of Talent

November 1, 2010

2010 has seen a continual growth of the Artists Recording Collective roster of member artists and producers. ARC includes GRAMMY winners and musicians who create high quality and thoughtful work of most all styles across the entire jazz spectrum. Two exciting young artists, saxophonist, Anthony E. Nelson, Jr. and guitarist, Dan Arcamone have joined ARC. These ...

Kenny Werner: No Beginning No End

by John Kelman
October 11, 2010

Few tragedies strike as hard as that of a child's death preceding that of its parents, something that pianist Kenny Werner and his wife, Lorraine, know far too well. When their daughter, Katheryn, was killed in a 2006 car accident, it sent the couple into a downward spiral from which they were only capable of returning ...

Kenny Werner: New, Transcendent Sounds

by R.J. DeLuke
October 11, 2010

Inspiration behind art is a curious thing. It takes many forms, from personal to universal perspectives. Many times it's unexpected. It is intertwined with one's life and the vicissitudes therein. As Charlie Parker famously said, “If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn."For pianist/composer/arranger Kenny Werner, music has evolved, over ...

No Beginning No End

Featuring the music of Kenny Werner
Duration: 6:07
October 11, 2010

The God of Time

October 11, 2010

Album: No Beginning No End
By Kenny Werner
Label: Half Note Records
Released: 2010
Duration: 3:27

Pianist Kenny Werner Interviewed at All About Jazz...and More!

October 11, 2010

Inspiration behind art is a curious thing. It takes many forms, from personal to universal perspectives. Many times it's unexpected. It is intertwined with one's life and the vicissitudes therein. As Charlie Parker famously said, “If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn." For pianist/composer/arranger Kenny Werner, music has evolved, over time, ...

Scott Lee: Leaving

by Mark Corroto
October 4, 2010

Maybe te annual jazz awards need to add a new category for musicians like Scott Lee. It could be titled “master musicians deserving of wider recognition." The veteran bassist has been on the New York scene since the 1970s, and a member of numerous bands including those led by titans Chet Baker, Joe Lovano, and, Kenny ...

A Beautiful Friendship: Benjamin Koppel and Kenny Werner

by Jakob Baekgaard
September 23, 2010

A good friendship is all about communication--two people being able to understand and correspond with each other, creating a sense of togetherness which leaves room for the kind of conversation that goes beyond the mere chitchat of everyday life. Pianist Kenny Werner and saxophonist Benjamin Koppel have developed a unique musical friendship. Strong ...

Brussels Jazz Orchestra (BJO) to play with Kenny Werner at New York’s Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola in October

September 19, 2010

The BJO is coming back to New York! From October 26-31, the prestigious Brussels Jazz Orchestra plays at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club Coca Cola with award winning pianist and composer, Kenny Werner. After a long absence in the States, the European orchestra from—you guessed it!—Brussels, capital of Belgium and Europe, will unleash its virtuosity in New ...

Half Note Records Releases Two Powerful Recordings

August 17, 2010

KENNY WERNER —"NO BEGINNING, NO END" featuring Joe Lovano and Judi Silvano CONRAD HERWIG—"THE LATIN SIDE OF HERBIE HANCOCK" featuring Eddie Palmieri and Randy Brecker New York, NY—On August 17, 2010 Half Note Records officially releases new works by Kenny Werner and Conrad Herwig. Both musicians are long-standing members of the Half Note family. These recordings ...