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News: Music Industry

"Rachmaninoff En Ritmo:" A Classical-to-Latin Jazz Crossover

April 1, 2026

The Duel of Two Pianos: on April 1st., 2026, Terry Heimat and Alex Sino released the new crossover composition “Rachmaninoff en Ritmo,” the first single of the upcoming album “Funky Sonatas”, featuring the internationally renowned pianist, Dr. Svetlana Smolina, and Milton Salcedo, Grammy-winning pianist and composer along with the exclusive line-up of musicians. Rachmaninoff was basically ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Dan Wilson and Dan Bruce Guitar Duo

by Daniel Peck
April 1, 2026

By embracing the influence of his heroes from the jazz tradition and retaining his own musical personality, guitarist Dan Bruce has developed a unique and impressive musical voice. Now a resident of Cleveland, Ohio after spending a decade as an important member of Chicago's vibrant jazz scene, he is active throughout the United States as a ...

Article: Live Review

The Silkroad Ensemble at Zellerbach Hall

by Harry S. Pariser
March 31, 2026

The Silkroad Ensemble Sanctuary: The Power of Resonance and Ritual Berkeley, CAMarch 27, 2026 Every sort of instrument was set out on the stage, which was bathed in red light. Everything had been readied for a very special event: a rare performance by the classical-ethnic fusion group The Silkroad Ensemble. At ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Four new releases from Stacey Kent, Hendrik Meurkens, Dan West Big Band & Peter Ersikine

by George Graham
March 31, 2026

This week we spotlight four new jazz releases from Stacey Kent, Hendrik Meurkens, Dan West Big Band, Peter ErskinePlaylist Stacey Kent “Lucky to Be Ne" from A Time for Love (Naive) 03:33 Stacey Kent “As" from A Time for Love (Naive) 05:03 Hendrik Meurkens “Samba Tonto" from Samba Tonto (Cellar) 04:37 Hendrik Meurkens “Chelsea ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

April Varner, Ella Grace, Noa Levy, Audrey Ochoa, Aubrey Johnson , The Sistering Project featuring Lois Deloatch, Nnenna Freelon, Lenora Zenzalai Helm, Kate McGarry

by Mary Foster Conklin
March 30, 2026

The celebration of Women's History Month continues with new music from April Varner, Ella Grace, The Sistering Project featuring Lois Deloatch, Nnenna Freelon, Lenora Zenzalai Helm, Kate McGarry, Noa Levy, Audrey Ochoa and Aubrey Johnson, plus birthday shoutouts to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Elis Regina, Marian McPartland, Jessica Williams, Deanna Witkowski, Aimee Allen, Giorgia Hannoush, Laura Dreyer, ...

News: Recording

Michael Blake Unveils ‘Piccolos Before Rifles’: A Global Sonic Exploration Of Conflict, Culture, And Connection

March 30, 2026

To Be Released May 1, 2026, the Second Album from Michael Blake’s Chroma Nova International ensemble Chroma Nova announces their second album, Piccolos Before Rifles, the follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2023 debut, Dance of the Mystic Bliss. The album’s title was sparked by a scene in Copenhagen, Denmark, where the Royal Life Guards Music Band ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Quincy Jones, Dan West, BLCK Madonna & Kate Olson

by Joe Dimino
March 29, 2026

We launch into the 951st episode of Neon Jazz with a fresh surge of energy, led by Seattle saxophonist Kate Olson and music from her 2026 release So It Goes. From there, we rewind to a true giant--Quincy Jones--spinning early cuts from his 1965 gem Quincy Plays for Pussycats, setting a timeless tone right out of ...

News: Obituary

Composer, arranger, and educator Bob Zieff dies at 98

March 28, 2026

Robert L. Zieff, jazz composer, arranger, and educator died peacefully in Stuart, Florida, on March 26th in 2026 at the age of 98. He is survived by his wife, Ella Marie Forsyth, a fellow musician. Over a career spanning more than sixty five years, he made significant contributions to jazz as both a creative artist and ...

News: Festival

2026 Berks Jazz Fest Stellar Concerts This Weekend

March 28, 2026

This March marks the momentous celebration of the 35th annual 2026 Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The fest is a few hours’ drive from New York City and is presented by the Berks Arts Council. The Berks Jazz Fest has a multitude of major concerts and local shows featuring smooth jazz, contemporary jazz, ...

News: Recording

Psychedelic Dub-Jazz Collective Club d'Elf Announces New Album 'Loon & Thrush' Out April 10

March 29, 2026

Today, world-class instrumental ensemble Club d'Elf announces that their upcoming album Loon & Thrush will be released on April 10 via Royal Potato Family. Recorded entirely live in the studio with minimal overdubs, the LP captures the raw, ecstatic, Moroccan-influenced energy that defines the band’s signature sound since their inception in 1998. Today, they’re also releasing ...