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Paul Desmond was revered for the pure, gentle tone of his alto saxophone, and the elegant lyricism of his improvisations. For seventeen years he was the lead soloist in the most commercially successful jazz combo ever, the Dave Brubeck Quartet. In an era that worshipped the frenetic, bebop style of Charlie Parker, Paul Desmond found his own sound, a tone that he claimed imitated a "dry martini." It was a sound that made him a favourite with critics and fans alike, and won him jazz poll after jazz poll. "I have won several prizes as the world's slowest alto player, as well as a special award in 1961 for quietness." He was a modest, retiring man, known to his friends for his wit and charm

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Lost and Found: historic jazz discoveries, Part 1

Read "Lost and Found: historic jazz discoveries, Part 1" reviewed by Larry Slater


Archaeology is the study of the ancient and recent human past through material remains. The same might be said of distant and recent jazz recordings that have been discovered. Sometimes jazz archeologists find these rarities in the archives of defunct record labels, or buried unmarked at the vast Library of Congress. Several were in the hands ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Amina Claudine Myers, Samantha Fish, and Nels Cline

Read "Amina Claudine Myers, Samantha Fish, and Nels Cline" reviewed by Jerome Wilson


This program features recent music by Amina Claudine Myers and Nels Cline, older music by Paul Desmond and Trevor Tomkins, and a blues set featuring Samantha Fish. Playlist Henry Threadgill Sextett “I Can't Wait Till I Get Home" from The Complete Novus & Columbia Recordings of Henry Threadgill & Air (Mosaic) 00:00 Amina Claudine ...

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Article: In the Artist's Own Words

Why Is Japan a Jazz Paradise? Part 2—From Sake to Soul: Jazz Musicians and Their Love for Japan

Read "Why Is Japan a Jazz Paradise? Part 2—From Sake to Soul: Jazz Musicians and Their Love for Japan" reviewed by Atzko Kohashi


Part 1 | Part 2 In May 2025 Japan welcomed an estimated 3.693 million visitors, marking a surge in global fascination with the country--up 125% (more than double!) compared to a decade ago. Many come for the exquisite Japanese cuisine, the tranquil atmosphere of temples and shrines, the ultra-modern buzz of Tokyo, or the ...

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Article: Building a Jazz Library

Ornette Coleman's and Horace Silver's "Lonely Woman" — A Disambiguation

Read "Ornette Coleman's and Horace Silver's "Lonely Woman" — A Disambiguation" reviewed by Artur Moral


Reality is filled with confusion and misunderstandings; some are suggestive or creative, while others are disappointing or, worse, malicious. The jazz world is no stranger to the first type: specific compositions are often confused or misidentified as if they were the same. Usually, this happens because of similar melodies or titles that are sometimes identical. This ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Interpreting the Lennon / McCartney Songbook, part 4: Abbey Road & Let It Be

Read "Interpreting the Lennon / McCartney Songbook, part 4: Abbey Road & Let It Be" reviewed by Larry Slater


In this final installment of interpretations of the John Lennon and Paul McCartney songbook, we turn to music from the last few Beatles albums... The White Album, Abbey Road and Let it Be. By the end of the '60s, the Lennon/McCartney partnership had fractured beyond repair; McCartney's superior musical skills were respected but resented ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Interpreting the Lennon/McCartney Songbook, Part 3: Sgt. Pepper

Read "Interpreting the Lennon/McCartney Songbook, Part 3: Sgt. Pepper" reviewed by Larry Slater


It's really no surprise that the tunes from The Beatles still attract jazz musicians, much as the music of Gershwin, Kern or Cole Porter does. Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club was a defining musical moment of the 1960s. Released in 1967, the album is one of a kind and included songs that have appealed to jazz ...

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Article: Catching Up With

Chad Eby: A Closer Look at His Life, Work, and Tribute to a Legend

Read "Chad Eby: A Closer Look at His Life, Work, and Tribute to a Legend" reviewed by La-Faithia White


Saxophonist Chad Eby has been a vital presence in the North Carolina jazz scene. Since 2006, he has served as Associate Professor in the Miles Davis Jazz Studies program at the university of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he plays a key role in shaping the next generation of jazz musicians. In addition to his work ...

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Article: Album Review

Silke Eberhard Trio with Jan Roder and Kay Lübke: Being-A-Ning

Read "Being-A-Ning" reviewed by Mark Corroto


It is rare to describe an audio recording as brave, but that is precisely what the latest release by the Silke Eberhard Trio is--bold, fearless, and unflinchingly original. Being-A-Ning, the group's fifth album, borrows its title from Thelonious Monk's “Rhythm-A-Ning," nodding to the jazz giant while continuing the trio's thematic naming convention. Previous albums--Being (2008) and ...

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Article: Album Review

Noah Preminger: Ballads

Read "Ballads" reviewed by Pierre Giroux


Noah Preminger has long been an artist who thrives at the intersection of tradition and innovation. On Ballads, the tenor saxophonist delves into the depths of lyricism with a quartet that exudes understated intensity: pianist Julian Shore, bassist Kim Cass, and drummer Allan Mednard. This release communicates in whispers rather than shouts, yet it never loses ...


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