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The University of Northern Colorado Jazz Lab Band 1: Alive XVII: For the Last Time

Read "Alive XVII: For the Last Time" reviewed by Jack Bowers


Talk about mixed emotions. It’s always a pleasure to welcome a new disc (or two) from the outrageously talented Jazz ensembles at the University of Northern Colorado; on the other hand, as Tevye was fond of saying in Fiddler on the Roof, it’s disheartening to learn that Alive XVII is, as its label implies, the last one to be produced by the ensemble’s long–time conductor, Gene Aitken, who came to Greeley in 1976 and has established one of the country’s ...

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University of Northern Colorado Jazz Lab Band 1: Alive XVI: This One's for Buddy!

Read "Alive XVI: This One's for Buddy!" reviewed by Jack Bowers


The XVIth live recording by director Gene Aitken’s intrepid UNC Jazz Lab Band 1 is also a Ist — the first two–disc set in the series of concerts that dates back to the early ’80s. It is, however, the IInd dedicated to a long–time member of the UNC staff. Last year’s release, Alive XV: This One’s for Sandy, honored Sandy Scott, associate director of the UNC Jazz Studies program; Alive XVI pays tribute to trombonist/teacher Buddy Baker who ended his ...

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Int'l Society Of Jazz Arrangers & Composers' May 16-18, 2019 At The University Of Northern Colorado

Int'l Society Of Jazz Arrangers & Composers' May 16-18, 2019 At The University Of Northern Colorado

Source: Scott Thompson Public Relations

Almost 100 individuals from over 25 states and 10 countries will be sharing their work, philosophies, techniques, and insights over the 2.5 day conference. If you haven't already registered and made plans to attend...do so now! Discounted early-bird registration ends March 22nd. For more information (including hotel & travel) registration, and program ad opportunities, visit isjac.org. Featured Artist Lineup The fourth International Jazz Composers' Symposium, co-sponsored by the University of Northern Colorado and the International Society of Jazz Arrangers and ...

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International Jazz Composers' Symposium Set for May 16-18, 2019 At The University Of Northern Colorado—Featured Artist Lineup Announced!

International Jazz Composers' Symposium Set for May 16-18, 2019 At The University Of Northern Colorado—Featured Artist Lineup Announced!

Source: Scott Thompson Public Relations

The fourth International Jazz Composers' Symposium, co-sponsored by the University of Northern Colorado and the International Society of Jazz Arrangers and Composers (ISJAC), will be held in the new School of Music facilities at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO from May 16-18, 2019. The Symposium is designed as a forum to bring jazz composers of all ages and nationalities together for an informal exchange of ideas, information, and inspiration. This year's Symposium will include noted master artists ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Alive XVII: For the...

United Jazz Artists
2001

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Alive XVI: This One's...

United Jazz Artists
1999

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Romeo and Juliet...

Artist Alliance Records
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Union

From: Romeo and Juliet Project
By University of Northern Colorado

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