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Article: Live Review

Peter Brötzmann & Jason Adasiewicz: Delaware, Ohio, September 9, 2012

by Mark Corroto
September 28, 2012

Peter Brötzmann and Jason AdasiewiczJemison AuditoriumOhio Wesleyan UniversityDelaware, OhioSeptember 9, 2012Halfway through their 13-concert North American mini-tour, German saxophonist legend Peter Brötzmann and vibraphonist Jason Adasiewicz walked into a crowded Jemison Auditorium on the Ohio Wesleyan campus. Would the pair adjust and restyle their approach to 'free jazz' for ...

News: Event

Columbus Jazz Orchestra Kicks Off 40th Anniversary Season With Doc Severinsen

September 13, 2012

Columbus, OH – The Jazz Arts Group of Columbus (JAG) is proud to present the 40th anniversary season of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra (CJO) under the direction of world-renowned bandleader and trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling. Helping to kick off the ruby season of the CJO is none other than legendary Tonight Show bandleader and Grammy Award-winner ...

News: Recording

Long Overdue By Doris Long Debuts At Age 83!

September 7, 2012

You need to know about jazz singer Doris Long, who is an 83 years young, talented and elegant lady. Long released her debut CD “Long Overdue" in May 2012. The project was financed by fans, friends, family and local musicians. It is a 17 song collection of American Songbook standards that features Long on vocals, Joe ...

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Jazz Arts Group Opens 2012-13 Inside Track Series With Akina Adderley & The Vintage Playboys

August 21, 2012

Columbus, OH – The Jazz Arts Group's Inside Track series opens its 2012-13 season on September 7 at both a familiar and not-so-familiar venue, the historic Garden Theatre (now managed by Short North Stage). First opened in 1920 as a vaudeville and silent movie theatre, the Garden Theatre will be transformed into an intimate jazz cabaret ...

News: Event

Jazz Arts Group Of Columbus Celebrates 40th Anniversary Season

August 20, 2012

Columbus, OH - The Jazz Arts Group of Columbus (JAG) is pleased to announce its 40th anniversary season of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra (CJO) and 2012-13 Inside Track small-ensemble series. Under the direction of world-renowned band leader and trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, now in its 40th year, continues to break new ground ...

News: Education

Jazz Arts Group's Jazz In Schools Partners With A+ Children's Academy For Inaugural Music Festival

July 28, 2012

Columbus, OH – In partnership with the Jazz Arts Group’s Jazz in Schools program, A+ Children’s Academy Community School (ACAC) is hosting the first annual A+ Community Music Festival on July 28, 2012 from 11 AM to 3 PM on the school grounds at 100 Obetz Road. Admission is free. The inaugural event for the A+ ...

News: Performance / Tour

Columbus Jazz Orchestra Goes Wild in Seventh Season of Jazzoo!

June 4, 2012

Columbus, OH: This summer, the Jazz Arts Group will take jazz to a wilder place as the Columbus Jazz Orchestra takes center stage at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium for the seventh season of JazZoo! The four-concert series returns to the Water's Edge Events Park at the Columbus Zoo providing a beautiful waterfront setting along the ...

News: Education

Jazz Arts Group Announces 2012 Hank Marr High School Jazz Award Winner

May 21, 2012

Columbus, OH The Jazz Arts Group of Columbus (JAG) has announced its winner of the 2012 Hank Marr High School Jazz Award. This award demonstrates excellence in musicianship and performance amongst central Ohio's young students of jazz. Six extremely talented high school students auditioned for the $500 cash award and the chance to perform with the ...

News: Recording

fo/mo/deep Melds Passion With Improvisation In “A Beautiful Bang”

May 15, 2012

In the ‘70s, bands like the Headhunters and Tower of Power fused elements of jazz with Afro vibes and R&B to create a titillating musical stew. It was an unpredictable trip of cultural grooves that expanded not only the music but the social consciousness of America. Many have attempted to recreate this magical moment in time ...

Article: Live Review

Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland 2012: Days 6-12

by Matt Marshall
May 11, 2012

Days 1-5 | Days 6-12 33rd Annual Tri-C JazzFest ClevelandCleveland, OhioApril 16-29, 2012 Chapter Index April 24: Ernie Krivda's Thunder From the Heartland April 25: Matt Wilson's Arts & Crafts April 26: The Jack DeJohnette Group April 27: David Sanborn Trio / Trombone Shorty April 28: Diana Krall April ...