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2 days ago · The idea for this special double CD presentation of contemporary West Coast jazz came from Vic as a special celebration, not only of the music but also of Vic's 75th birthday - July 29th, 1994. The two separate sessions presented here were made in 1993 and 1994 respectively. They are each equally fascinating in their own right.
2 days ago · Jazz music can be enjoyed anywhere, but there's nothing like hearing it live. Candles flicker, glasses clink, and the musical interaction that is at the heart of the music takes on a life of its own. A good jazz venue can illuminate that sense of magic — either through excellent acoustics, transportive decor, great food.
1 day ago · Their debut album 'Small Medium Large' began as a collection of long form improvisations recorded during two separate two-night stands at beloved Highland Park, Los Angeles venue ETA. Unfortunately, this major development site for the burgeoning new West Coast jazz & improvised music sound closed its doors permanently at the end of 2023.
2 days ago · 1. Duke Ellington (1899–1974) With a career that spanned more than fifty years, Duke Ellington is one of the most recognizable names in jazz history — and for good reason. Born in 1899, he wrote his first song, “Soda Fountain Rag,” at 15.
5 days ago · We’ve created this list to help you and other beginner jazz musicians filter out the most important jazz standards to help you improve your jazz repertoire, absorb important jazz language, and get a comprehensive look at all the important sub-genres within jazz.
5 days ago · Back in the day, bassist Pat Senatore was a fixture in LA. Besides playing bass for Herb Alpert’s Tijuana Brass, he ran a hip jazz club in Malibu during the 1980s before becoming manager of Alpert’s Vibratto Jazz Club. These days, he’s living in Italy, and bringing the classy sounds of the West Coast to the Eternal City with Dado Moroni/p ...
5 days ago · Jazz may not have an official yearbook, but it does have a vast and well-documented discography. 'Year by Year' is our attempt to bring you the most noteworthy albums of each year, complete with audio samples and fascinating backstories.
