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Article: Live Review

Ceu at The Highline Ballroom

by Ernest Barteldes
July 26, 2009

Céu Highline Ballroom New York City July 21, 2009 On her first US tour in support of her recently released CD Vagarosa (Six Degrees, 2009), the São Paulo-based singer-songwriter took the stage backed by a solid quartet formed by DJ Marco (sampler, turntables), Zé Nicro (bass), Samuel Fraga (drums) and ...

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Article: Megaphone

Sam Newsome: To Play or Not to Play the Soprano

by Sam Newsome
July 25, 2009

When I think about the radical move I made 14 years ago, switching from the tenor to the soprano saxophone, I sometimes ask myself: “What in the hell were you thinking?" Even though in hindsight I look back on my decision with amazement and disbelief, I'm happy to say that it's one I've never regretted. Becoming ...

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Article: Extended Analysis

Oscar Peterson: The Complete Clef/Mercury Studio Sessions of the Oscar Peterson Trio (1951-1953)

by Michael Steinman
July 25, 2009

Oscar Peterson The Complete Clef/Mercury Studio Recordings of The Oscar Peterson Trio (1951-1953) Mosaic Records 2008 The late Oscar Peterson was technically dazzling, harmonically sophisticated and indefatigably rhythmic. His virtuosic command of the piano has never been questioned. Because of Norman Granz' enthusiasm for his work, Peterson recorded ...

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News: Social Gathering

Sunset Rooftop Cocktails & Jazz at the Empire Hotel

July 24, 2009

Enjoy free jazz and cocktails at the Empire Hotel Rooftop Bar & Lounge Empire Hotel Rooftop 44 W 63rd St New York, NY 10023 Call 212-956-3313 for more info A special invitation from J. R. Smalling and New York Jazz & Travel MeetUp It's been quite a while since we've had a get-together, ...

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Article: Live Review

Doublestandard Featuring Lee "Scratch" Perry + Alpha Blondy At Central Park Summerstage

by Ernest Barteldes
July 24, 2009

Doublestandard with Lee “Scratch" Perry; Alpha BlondyCentral Park SummerstageRumsey Playfield New York, New YorkJuly 19, 2009 Central Park Summerstage was filled to capacity for this much-awaited double bill featuring two of reggae's biggest stars: veteran Jamaican producer, arranger and singer Lee “Scratch" Perry and Ivory Coast-born Alpha Blondy, who ...

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News: Recording

Gerald Clayton - "Two Shade" Climbing the Charts

July 23, 2009

Gerald Clayton's new Trio album, Two Shade was released on ArtistShare on July 1st. It has debuted on Jazz Week Radio at #25, leading the station in most increased spins, and was the 3rd most added album. “Two Shade" is Gerald's debut CD, and features a the dynamic trio work of Joe Sanders on bass and ...

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Article: Live Review

Brian Blade & Friends at Highline Ballroom

by David Miller
July 23, 2009

Brian Blade & FriendsHighline BallroomNew York, New YorkJune 24, 2009Brian Blade took the Highline Ballroom stage on a humid Wednesday night to mark the release of his singer-songwriter album, Mama Rosa (Verve Music Group, 2009). There was relatively little fanfare, appropriate given Blade's humble disposition and the no-frills content of Mama ...

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News: Event

Jazz Collectibles Show in New York on August 8th

July 21, 2009

Jazz Collectibles Show Saturday, Aug. 8th 155 West 72nd Street New York, NY 10023 10am to 2pm FREE 212-579-0689 Tons of rare jazz items will be available including records (LPs, 45 rpm, 78 rpm), sheet music, photographs, posters, books, magazines, jazz art, and miscellaneous ...

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News: Performance / Tour

Barbara Carroll at Feinstein's - Two Nights Only!!

July 21, 2009

FEINSTEIN’S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed “Best of New York” by New York Magazine, and “an invaluable New York institution” by The New York Post, continues its 10th Anniversary season with the debut of renowned jazz pianist, composer and vocalist BARBARA CARROLL. The show, which will also feature Jay Leonhart on bass, runs Friday, July ...

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News: Performance / Tour

Latin Jazz All-Stars at Creole August 7 & 8

July 21, 2009

Latin Jazz Legacy Series Presents LATIN JAZZ ALL STARS: Brian Lynch; Little Johnny Rivero; Willie Martinez; Hans Glawischnig; Peter Brainin; John Di Martino Friday, August 7th & Saturday, August 8th: Showtimes 8:00pm & 10:00pm NEW YORK - Creole Restaurant and Music Supper Club continues to invigorate the Harlem Jazz scene with its Latin Jazz Legacy Series ...