In 2007, composer, arranger and performer Richard Niles wrote, produced and hosted a three-part radio series for the BBC titled “Pat Metheny – Bright Size Life.” The in-depth discussions Niles held with Metheny for the series covered all aspects of the renowned musician who has revolutionized both the guitar and jazz music – from Metheny’s [...]
Best Contemporary Jazz Album (For albums containing 51% or more playing time of INSTRUMENTAL tracks.) * Urbanus Stefon Harris & Blackout [Concord Jazz] * Sounding Point Julian Lage [Emarcy/Decca] * At World's Edge Philippe Saisse [E1 Music] * Big Neighborhood Mike Stern [Heads Up International] * 75 Joe Zawinul & The Zawinul Syndicate [Heads Up International] Best Jazz Vocal Album (For albums...
After nearly a decade of trying, Wayland school officials are finally getting a new, $70.8 million high school building complex in the town after the state agreed to pick up 40 percent of the tab. "That proved to be the pivotal piece," Wayland Superintendent Gary Burton said. "Without state assistance, we were unable to secure approval from the voters. I think the residents understand...
Steinway Pianist Sergio Salvatore and Special Guest Christos Rafalides (Vibraphonist) Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall Friday, October, 30th 8 P.M. Steinway jazz pianist Sergio Salvatore will perform at. historic Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall (57th Street and Seventh Avenue, NYC). on Friday, October 30th, at 8:00 pm...
With his new quintet, Joe Lovano takes a multicultural approach American saxophonist and composer Joe Lovano is touring with his new quintet, Us Five, and their upcoming show in Prague is the highlight of this season's Agharta Jazz Festival. Born in 1952 in Cleveland, Ohio, Lovano is a powerhouse on the tenor and straight alto saxes, as well as assorted woodwind instruments. He ranks among the top...
Barcelona will be hosting the 41st International Barcelona Jazz Festival from October through 27th of November. The concerts will take place in and around Barcelona, but try to catch one in the Palau de la Musica , the fantastic Modernist music palace which provides a surreal backdrop for any concert. This year the festival will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Miles Davis' immortal...
Acclaimed Guitarist Kurt RosenwinkelGets Intimate With "Standards Trio: Reflections" On The Wommusic LabelTrio session with bassist Eric Revis and drummer Eric Harland set for release October 27"There's this kind of fluidity and architecture in the lines that he plays that I don't think I've heard a...
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