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Jazz This Week: Matt Wilson's Christmas Tree-O, "A Very Manley Christmas," Cornet Chop Suey, Alarm Will Sound, And More
As you might expect, this week's calendar of jazz and creative music in St. Louis features plenty of seasonal sounds, but there also are a variety of other offerings, ranging stylistically from traditional jazz to free improv, for those seeking an audio alternative. Let”s go to the highlights... Thursday, December 11 New music ensemble Alarm Will ...
Jazz This Week: Roscoe Mitchell and Craig Taborn, Joey Defrancesco Trio, Matt Wilson's Christmas Tree-O, and More
As 2014 marches inexorably toward its conclusion, it's shaping up to be another busy week for jazz and creative music in St. Louis. This week's noteworthy performances include a visit from one of the top jazz organists in the business; the long-awaited return of a major jazz innovator, in duo with one of today's most in-demand ...
A Guide to Holiday Jazz in St. Louis
Along with parties and presents, the holidays always include plenty of seasonal music, and if you're the sort who likes some jazz with your jingle bells, you'll have plenty of choices this month in St. Louis. Here's a quick look at some noteworthy holiday shows from local and visiting jazz musicians, listed in chronological order: Wednesday, ...
Jim Manley: Funk Factory
by Nicholas F. Mondello
When the great Renaissance sculptor and artist Michelangelo assumed the commission to create his giant, David, he knew he was working with a piece of marble that not only had significant taroli, i.e., imperfections, but also that had been abandoned by two prior artisans. While trumpeter Jim Manley's Funk Factory might not wind up in the ...
Jazz This Week: Jeremy Davenport Returns to the Bistro, Cactus Truck, and More
A few quick suggestions for some post-Turkey Day jazz and creative music in and around St. Louis... Tonight, trumpeter, singer and U City native Jeremy Davenport returns from his current home in New Orleans to play his annual post-Thanksgiving weekend gig at Jazz at the Bistro. Though he's been leader of the house band in the ...
Jazz This Week: Jeff Coffin and the Mu'tet, Peter Martin, Funky Butt Brass Band CD Release, Thollem McDonas, and More
This week's calendar of jazz and creative music in and around St. Louis includes the Jazz at the Bistro debut of a touring saxophonist who's already built up a nice local following; the release of a new album by some local favorites; shows from several fine piano players; and, as the saying goes, much more. Let's ...
Jazz This Week: Fuller, Jones and Wolf; "Swing Xing" with Bucky Pizzarelli; Jazz in Pink; and More
This week's calendar of jazz and creative music in St. Louis features two different all-star groups of visiting musicians, a return visit from one of the more prominent all-female ensembles in jazz, and a number of noteworthy shows from local bands and players. Let's go to the highlights... Tonight, saxophonist Tia Fuller (pictured), who's in town ...
Music Films Featured in 2014 St. Louis International Film Festival
As in years past, the 23rd annual St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF), which starts this Thursday, November 13 and continues through Sunday, November 23, once again will feature a number of music-related films, including one of particular interest to jazz fans. Waltz for Monica is a 2013 drama about the life of singer Monica Zetterlund, ...
Jazz This Week: Joshua Redman Trio, Nevermore Jazz Ball, Eli Keszler and Rashad Becker, Marco Benevento, and More
There's a jam-packed schedule of jazz and creative music over the next few days in St. Louis, with a variety of musical styles and sensibilities on offer. Let's go to the highlights... Tonight, saxophonist Joshua Redman and his long-running trio will open a four-night stand continuing through Saturday at Jazz at the Bistro. Redman last played ...
Review: John Pizzarelli at Jazz at the Bistro
Calling John Pizzarelli a throwback to the days when jazz still was considered popular entertainment might sound like a veiled compliment, but it's not. For one thing, it takes a great deal of skill to not only play the guitar as well as he does, but also to sing, tell funny stories, and keep a crowd's ...
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