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Jazz Ensemble Of Memphis Showcases The Legendary Music Hub's Rising Talents On 'Playing In The Yard,' Set For Release April 5 On Memphis International Records

Jazz Ensemble Of Memphis Showcases The Legendary Music Hub's Rising Talents On 'Playing In The Yard,' Set For Release April 5 On Memphis International Records

Source: Terri Hinte Publicity

The storied musical city of Memphis, Tennessee presents its delegation to the rising generation of cutting-edge jazz artists with Playing in the Yard,the debut recording by the Jazz Ensemble of Memphis, hitting April 5 on Memphis International Records. An answer record to the revelatory 1959 album Down Home Reunion: Young Men from Memphis, the new album comprises a summit of five of the city’s freshest jazz talents, here playing together for the first time. (Playing in the Yard is available ...

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Join Ines Velasco's Big Band Journey - 'A Flash Of Cobalt Blue'

Join Ines Velasco's Big Band Journey - 'A Flash Of Cobalt Blue'

Source: Ines Velasco

Imagine an album inspired by a voyage that navigates the Pacific coast of Mexico and wanders through the streets of Paris, blending memory with imagination, sorrow with affection. Ines Velasco, a Mexican born, Brooklyn based drummer, arranger, and composer is collaborating with award-winning Mexican poet Jorge Esquinca to bring the album, A Flash of Cobalt Blue to life. Ines is recording her first full length big band album as a leader with a 17-piece band of Brooklyn-based musicians (including M. ...

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Event

Pub 52 Gastropub & Kitchen In South Miami Presents Jazz Thursdays: An Unforgettable Night Of Melodies And Rhythms

Pub 52 Gastropub & Kitchen In South Miami Presents Jazz Thursdays: An Unforgettable Night Of Melodies And Rhythms

Source: Becky Jaime

Pub 52 Gastropub + Kitchen in South Miami, the premier destination for live music and entertainment, is thrilled to announce the launch of Jazz Thursdays, a weekly event that will captivate music enthusiasts and jazz aficionados alike. Every Thursday, Pub 52 Gastropub & Kitchen in South Miami will transform into a haven for soulful tunes, featuring talented jazz musicians and creating an intimate atmosphere that will transport guests to the golden era of jazz. Jazz Thursdays at Pub 52 Gastropub ...

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Black Art Jazz Collective: 'Truth to Power'

Black Art Jazz Collective: 'Truth to Power'

Source: JazzWax by Marc Myers

Many jazz fans break out in a sweat when they see the word “collective" in the name of a jazz group. One assumes the music is going to be avant-garde and free form to the point of incoherence. You'll be happy to know that that the Black Art Jazz Collective's new album Truth to Power (HighNote) is warmly stormy and soulfully engaging. This collective is a sextet that has been around since 2014 and features topnotch musicians carrying on the ...

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Backgrounder: Ray Bryant - Alone With the Blues

Backgrounder: Ray Bryant - Alone With the Blues

Source: JazzWax by Marc Myers

Recorded in December 1958, Alone With the Blues was Ray Bryant's first solo piano album. Growing up, Bryant was deeply influenced by the church, and gospel always played a big part in his approach to jazz. His mother was an ordained minister in Philadelphia and made sure Bryant was with her in the pews. He began playing at age 6, and by 12 he was being paid to play at local events. Throughout the 1950s, Bryant was the house pianist ...

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Performance / Tour

Gene Pritsker's Sound Liberation At Nublu Sunday, February 25, 2024

Gene Pritsker's Sound Liberation At Nublu Sunday, February 25, 2024

Source: Robert C. Ford

On February 25, 2024 at 7:30pm, Composers Concordance presents The Sound Liberation Trio at Nublu (151 Avenue C, NYC). The trio is comprised of Gene Pritsker (Matrix Resurrections, Joe Zawinul) guitar, Adam Holzman (Miles Davis, Steven Wilson, Brave New World) moog/synth and David Cossin (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) drums in a program of eclectic trio compositions. Joining the trio are trumpeter Franz Hackl (Outreach Music Festival) and trombonist Dick Griffin (Sun Ra's Arkestra) as well as poets Kelsea Brunner, Robert ...

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Event

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, Led By Dr. Kahil El’zabar, Caps 50th Anniversary World Tour With Rare Live Performance Of John Coltrane’s Masterpiece 'A Love Supreme' Presented By Jacaranda

Ethnic Heritage Ensemble,  Led By Dr. Kahil El’zabar, Caps 50th Anniversary World Tour  With Rare Live Performance Of  John Coltrane’s Masterpiece  'A Love Supreme'  Presented By Jacaranda

Source: Patrick Scott

Saxophonist David Murray Is the Featured Soloist on Original Arrangement of the Work by Miguel de la Cerna and El’Zabar Sunday, February 25, 2024, 4 pm, First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, led by founder Kahil El’Zabar, caps its 50th Anniversary world tour with a rare live performance of John Coltrane’s masterwork, A Love Supreme, arranged by Miguel de la Cerna and El’Zabar, on Sunday, February 25, 2024, 4 pm, at First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica, ...

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The Neal Kirkwood Big Band's 'Night City' Available February 23, 2024 On Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records

The Neal Kirkwood Big Band's 'Night City' Available February 23, 2024 On Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records

Source: Jason Byrne, Red Cat Publicity

Available February 23, 2024 on Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records Featuring: Matt Hong (alto sax, soprano sax, flute, piccolo), Bruce Williamson (alto sax, clarinet), Dan Block (tenor sax, clarinet, bass clarinet on “Night City”), Adam Kolker (tenor sax, flute, alto flute), Patience Higgins (baritone sax, bass clarinet, oboe)/Andy Gravish, Ron Horton, David Smith, James Zollar (trumpet)/Willie Applewhite, Art Baron, Nick Grinder, Ed Neumeister, James Rogers (trombone)/Neal Kirkwood (piano, conductor, compositions), Rob Garcia (drums), Jennifer Vincent (bass), Diana Herold (vibraphone and marimba), ...

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Performance / Tour

Bunny Brunel, Stanley Clarke, Kyle Eastwood, & Armand Sabal-Lecco Take Center Stage For An Unforgettable Night Of Bass!

Bunny Brunel, Stanley Clarke, Kyle Eastwood, & Armand Sabal-Lecco Take Center Stage For An Unforgettable Night Of Bass!

Source: First Take PR & Consulting

On January 19, 2024, legendary bassist Bunny Brunel headlined at the Catalina Jazz Club for his Bass Ball 2 CD release concert. The sold-out event featured iconic bassists Stanley Clarke, Kyle Eastwood, and Armand Sabal-Lecco, with performances by Larry Dunn and Kaylene Peoples. The night showcased bass virtuosity, surprise collaborations, and a captivating mix of jazz, blues, and Bossa Nova. Hosted by Kevin Foster and opened by Pat Prescott, the event received high praise and was an unforgettable evening for ...

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Sunjump Records Announces New John Esposito Trio Release: Blues For Outlaw Hearts

Sunjump Records Announces New John Esposito Trio Release: Blues For Outlaw Hearts

Source: John Esposito

Sunjump Records announces a new John Esposito Trio release: Blues For Outlaw Hearts “Its restless energy refuses to reside into the background and the dramatic ebb and flow of the music speaks of three artists for whom art is created in the here-and-now.” —Jakob Baekgaard, All About Jazz John Esposito presents his third trio record with ten new compositions (see tracks below). Recorded July 12 & 13 2022 by Scott Petito at NRS Catskill, NY Edited, mixed and mastered ...

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