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News: Education

Class Will Study "The Great Jazz Soloists" Beginning Thursday, November 5

October 27, 2009

Author, photographer and radio host Dennis Owsley will teach another series of jazz history classes beginning at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 5 at the Ethical Society of St. Louis, 9001 Clayton Rd.Owsley's topic this time is “The Great Jazz Soloists," and the course will cover the work of jazz greats including Sidney Bechet, Louis ...

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News: Music Industry

Jazz Bums

October 27, 2009

Somewhere along the way, I haven't determined exactly when, it became acceptable for some musicians to think showing up for live (Jazz) performances wearing the same clothes that they wear anywhere else is the thing to do. These days it isn't that uncommon that a patron of the music, with hard-earned cash in hand, will venture ...

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News: Music Industry

Sweet Rhythm Quietly Ends Run as Village Jazz Stage

October 27, 2009

The 7th Ave. home in the '80s and early '90s of Gil Evans' last orchestra, David Murray's octets, Abdullah Ibrahim's bands, Lester Bowie's Brass Fantasy and other avant-gutsy acts closed last night (Oct. 24) without notice or fanfare. Sweet Rhythm nee Sweet Basil was one of the coolest spots to listen, drink and hang out in ...

News: Recording

Sila and the Afrofunk Experience: Black President

October 27, 2009

By: Eric Liebetrau “Mr. President, I got something to say/ People are hungry for change," sings Victor Sila in “Black President," the title track of his band's latest album. “I am change. You are change. We are change." To be sure, Sila and the Afrofunk Experience know the importance of political and cultural change, as well ...

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News: Birthday

Jazz Musician of the Day: Robert Sabin

October 27, 2009

All About Jazz is celebrating Robert Sabin's birthday today! JAZZ MUSICIAN OF THE DAY Robert SabinRobert Sabin has been distinguishing himself on the New York jazz scene for over a decade by performing in an enigmatic cross-section of musical genres... more Website | Videos | Articles Follow ...

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News: Interview

Singer/Songwriter/Pianist Bruce Hornsby Interviewed at AAJ...and More

October 27, 2009

For more than 20 years, singer/songwriter, pianist/composer, and band-leader Bruce Hornsby, has proven to be a survivor in an ever changing music environment. From winning multiple awards including a Grammy for Best New Artist in 1987 for the multi-platinum album The Way It Is (RCA, 1986) with his band The Range, to dual releases in 2007 ...

News: Performance / Tour

Sergio Salvatore at Carnegie Hall on October 30th

October 26, 2009

Steinway Pianist Sergio Salvatore & Special Guest Christos Rafalides (Vibraphonist) Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall Friday, October, 30th 8 P.M. Steinway jazz pianist Sergio Salvatore will perform at. historic Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall (57th Street and Seventh Avenue, NYC). on Friday, October 30th, at 8:00 pm. Mr. Salvatore will be joined by vibraphonist Christos Rafalides, ...

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News: Event

Free Concert! Jazz Vocalist Michelle Walker Performs at the Zinc Bar

October 26, 2009

Jazz Vocalist Michelle Walker Performs a FREE CONCERT @ The Zinc Bar! Location: Zinc Bar Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Street: 82 W 3rd St City/Town: New York, NY Subway: West 4th Street This performance is a Special Showcase at the popular ...

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News: Recording

Ben Sidran to Release "Dylan Different"

October 26, 2009

Dylan Different is an unusual sort of Bob Dylan tribute album. Jazz icon Ben Sidran adds his musical style and a lifetime of reflection to 12 of Dylan's most memorable songs ("Highway 61 Revisited," “Tangled up in Blue" and “Blowin' in the Wind" among them). Dylan Different was recorded in an Alsatian farm house with French ...

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News: Recording

Renee Manning Releases "All Grown Up"

October 26, 2009

Grammy nominated jazz vocalist Renee Manning is known for her robust voice, rich tones and impeccable time making her truly a musician's vocalist. Her new release, All Grown Up, showcases those attributes in a soothing, quieter set parallel to the powerful big band selections she's known for. Her debut in the jazz world as a singer ...