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Uptown Jazz Tentet: What's Next
by Jack Bowers
A tentet is a rather strange bird; too large to be labeled a small group, yet too small to be counted as a big band, it resides somewhere near the edges, mapping out its own musical profile. Some may rate that an asset, while others may deem it a mere hybrid, unworthy of their consideration. Wiser auditors, however, most often reserve judgment, preferring to take an impartial stance and allow the music to speak for itself. And that is where ...
read moreUptown Jazz Tentet: What's Next
by Edward Blanco
New York-based trombonist Willie Applewhite birthed the idea of forming a new big band comprised of friends, and in 2016 The Uptown Jazz Tentet was established, co-led by trumpeter Brandon Lee and trombonist James Burton III. After playing to live audiences for several years, What's Next is the group's debut recording, and what an outing it is. Grounded in the traditions of the Billy Strayhorn, Gill Evans, Duke Ellington big bands and others, as large ensembles go, these ten players ...
read moreJuilliard Jazz Orchestra, Led by James Burton III, at the Blue Note Jazz Club on April 9th
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Lianna Dugan
The Juilliard Jazz Orchestra, led by James Burton III, will be appearing at the legendary Blue Note jazz club on Monday, April 9, 2012. Sets are at 8 PM and 10:30 PM. The Juilliard Jazz Orchestra, featuring some of the most talented emerging jazz artists, will be performing big band repertoire, plus new compositions. The Blue Note is located at 131 West 3rd Street. For tickets, call (212) 475-8592. FEATURING: Jordan Pettay, alto saxophone Andrew Olson, ...
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