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Eric Reed
by Greg Thomas
The Eric Reed Trio is one of the most compatible and snug groups in jazz today. From October 20-22, 2005, their appropriately billed “Singers Over Manhattan gig in the warm Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center put a spotlight on two young vocalists and one well-established singer. This writer witnessed the show on the 22nd. ...
Maritime Jazz in Arendal, Norway
by Espen Mork Dahl
The traditional maritime town Arendal, in the south of Norway, provides one of the most peculiar jazz and blues festivals in the world. Old wooden boats and light house islands, make the settings for the New Orleans-inspired Canal Street Jazz and Blues festival.Even though the festival was started as late as 2001 by a handful ...
The Chicago Tentet at the Oslo Jazz Festival
by Anne Estoppey
The Chicago Tentet Oslo Jazz Festival 18th August 2005 BLÅ, Oslo, Norway Well, the organizators of the Oslo Jazz festival were a bit hesitating to get the Tentet. They were afraid that the audience would be only a few free jazz freaks, and that it would be not worth investing ...
Moody's Mood at Blues Alley
by Erik R. Quick
James Moody Blues Alley October 2005 Washington, DC In an era where vapid commercial conglomerates seemingly dictate the aural pabulum streaming through monolithically controlled media that would prove Terry Gilliam's dreary and expressionistic worldview as accurate, intelligent and well performed music is always welcomed. If, however, one is extremely fortunate, ...
Khan Jamal and Chick Corea at the Kimmel Center
by Victor L. Schermer
Khan Jamal and Chick Corea Kimmel Center Philadelphia, PA October 14, 2005 This was a delightful evening of the Past Present-ed. Khan Jamal and Chick Corea are both legendary jazz masters who began their careers in the fateful 1960's and have continued to be productive right down to the New ...
Freddie Redd's Movie and a Concert at Barnsdale Park
by Rex Butters
The Freddie Redd Septet threw a party for bebop at the plush Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, with a little help from the city and Rocco Somazzi. Choosing an enviable array of LA allstars, Redd and Co. played 12 classics from the bebop era with steam and enthusiasm. To sweeten the deal, early arrivals were treated to a ...
The Beat Goes On at the Watts Towers Day of the Drum Festival
by Brenda Knepper
With a blend of music that incorporated the powerful rhythms of traditional Japanese taiko drums with non-traditional jazz and electronic styles, the On Ensemble was one of many high-caliber groups performing at the 24th Annual Watts Towers Day of the Drum Festival on Saturday, September 24, 2005. Contrapunto, an ensemble dedicated to preserving its Afro-Peruvian roots, ...
John Scofield: Music of Ray Charles - Gatineau, Canada 10/15/05
by John Kelman
John Scofield Plays the Music of Ray Charles Theatre, Casino du Lac Leamy Gatineau, Quebec October 15, 2005 With the passing of singer Ray Charles last year, it's no surprise that a proliferation of tribute albums have been coming out of the woodwork. In the jazz world, it's safe to ...
Duke Ellington Jazz Festival 2005
by Franz A. Matzner
It's all around, the sound of jazz, leaking from half-open windows, spilling out of doorways, flowing down the street in little pockets of music escaping restaurants, bars, and clubs. Couples wander in and out, patrons call for drinks over twanging pianos and swinging beats, intent listeners bend forward to catch every note, and lines of guests ...
Pat Metheny Trio + 1
by C. Andrew Hovan
Pat Metheny Trio + 1 Hill Auditorium (University of Michigan) October 8, 2005 Not letting any grass grow under his feet, Pat Metheny wasted no time after wrapping up a tour in support of the group album The Way Up before hitting the road again with his trio. First getting together with ...
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