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Al Williams Jazz Society: Let's Celebrate

Read "Let's Celebrate" reviewed by Jim Santella


When was the last time you heard “Cristo Redentor?" Al Williams has included this classic tune on his album for old times' sake, since it's his unofficial theme song. Recorded live at the Long Beach Jazz Festival, the piece features Nolan Shaheed, Herman Riley, Nedra Wheeler and Bobby Lyle with soulful interpretations. While there is no gospel choir to fill in, the piece draws inspired solo work and produces a comfortable blend. What a pleasant surprise. Al Williams has produced ...

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Celebrate New Orleans at the 21st Annual Long Beach Bayou Festival - Featuring Cajun, Zydeco, Jazz & Blues with Ernie Andrews, AL Williams Jazz Society, CJ Chenier, Geno Delafose, Candye Kane, Zac Harmon

Celebrate New Orleans at the 21st Annual Long Beach Bayou Festival - Featuring Cajun, Zydeco, Jazz & Blues with Ernie Andrews, AL Williams Jazz Society, CJ Chenier, Geno Delafose, Candye Kane, Zac Harmon

Source: Teresa Conboy PR

Celebrate New Orleans in Southern California with the music of Cajun & Zydeco, Jazz and Blues at the 21st Annual Long Beach Bayou Festival, June 22, 23 & 24th at the Rainbow Lagoon Park (next to the Long Beach Arena). This annual fundraiser for Comprehensive Child Development is California's longest running Cajun & Zydeco festival.

This year's jazz performers include: Legendary jazz vocalist Ernie Andrews, who has recorded over 20 albums and spent six years singing with the Harry James ...

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Third Annual Williamsburg Jazz Festival to be Held in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Third Annual Williamsburg Jazz Festival to be Held in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Source: All About Jazz

The Festival Will Feature Performances by Dave Douglas, Travis Sullivan’s Bjorkestra, and Rachel Z Among Others

New York - The organizers of The Williamsburg Jazz Festival are pleased to announce this years Third Annual event on September 8th-11th, 2005 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Started in 2003 by organizer Jesse Selengut, the festival is entering its third year of presenting jazz music and entertainment in the hipster mecca that is Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

The festival provides emerging talent an opportunity to express their ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Let's Celebrate

Blue Lady Records
2001

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