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Drums and Numerology: Tommy Igoe and Jonathan Blake Embrace the Number Eleven

by Dan Bilawsky
In numerology, eleven is said to be a master number, capable of representing those who inspire and lead, often achieving greatness in the process. Charisma and an intuitive way of thinking frequently underscore the thought-process of eleven-oriented individuals, helping to lead them to success in their chosen paths. With these thoughts in mind, ...
Birdland Big Band, New York, NY. December 28, 2011

by Ernest Barteldes
The Birdland Big Band directed by Tommy IgoeBirdlandNew York, NYDecember 28, 2011 On a chilly Wednesday night in December, drummer and bandleader Tommy Igoe directed the fifteen-piece Birdland Big Band as part of its weeklong headlining residence at the club the group has been calling home since its inception in ...
Birdland Big Band, New York, NY, December 28, 2011

by Dan Bilawsky
The Birdland Big Band directed by Tommy IgoeBirdlandNew York, NYDecember 28, 2011 Establishing a foothold in the world of big bands today is no easy feat. Strong label support and distribution (Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band, for example), constant touring, television appearances and festival appearances (as with Wynton Marsalis and ...
Riviera Maya Jazz Festival: Day One, November 25, 2010

by Chris M. Slawecki
Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 Riviera Maya Jazz Festival Playa del Carmen, MexicoNovember 25-28, 2010In the language of their spoken words during the pre-performance press conferences, and in the language of music through their concerts, the performers at the 2010 Riviera Maya Jazz Festival ...
Join the All About Jazz Party on the 2011 Jazz Cruise!
January 30 to February 6... the tradition continues Fewer than 35 premium cabins remain! Reserve your cabin now. Call us toll free (US and Canada) 1-888-852-9987 (Int'l) 1-800-852-9872, mention the All About Jazz group, and ask about our cabin rates. Join us while we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The Jazz ...
One Way / Detour

By Bob Albanese
Label: Zoho Music
Released: 2009
Track listing: Major Minority; Yesterday's Gardenias; One Way/Detour; Morning Nocturne; Joyful Noise; Ugly Beauty; Waiting For Louis; Midnight Sun; Friendly Fire; More Friendly Fire.
Take Five With Bob Albanese

by AAJ Staff
Meet Bob Albanese: Bob Albanese was born in Newark, N.J. in 1957. Growing up and the Jersey shore, he began practicing the piano at age 8. At age 15, he won top honors in the Garden State Talent Expo which culminated in a solo performance at the Garden State Arts Center in Holmdel, N.J. This was ...
Take Five With Mike Mainieri

by AAJ Staff
Meet Mike Mainieri: Primarily recognized as an award-winning jazz vibraphonist, Mike Mainieri's equally remarkable talents as producer, performer, arranger, and composer have contributed to shaping the cutting edge in music. During '50s and early '60s, he performed with such legendary artists as Buddy Rich, Billie Holiday, Dizzy Gillespie, Coleman Hawkins, and Wes Montgomery. ...
Bob Albanese Trio: One Way/Detour

by John Patten
In 2008, pianist Bob Albanese took his trio into a studio to do an unplanned recording while performing in Florida, spinning a collection of first and second takes with saxophonist Ira Sullivan that became One Way/Detour. As a composer, Albanese uses rhythm to lay the groundwork for his compositions. He builds on spare harmonic ...