Archive for the ‘Contemporary Jazz’ Category

 

Peter Muller is currently in the studio to work on his new CD “No Mind”. You can support the progress of the production by joining his Indiegogo campaign here: http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/.

Peter comments: “It’s not about making a donation without any output, you get something in return! And this is my new album “No Mind”, which will be released in early 2014.

You can preorder it in any form (download or physical CD) and you can also purchase some interesting perks.

As I run my own studio, I do not have to hire an audio engineer or a location for recording, which is a big advantage, but there are other costs I can’t avoid like paying out the awesome musicians, covering travel costs, artwork, photo shooting, printing of CD’s, marketing etc…

Your preorders will be used to organize all this and help me to continue the production process without too many interruptions. I will give all supporters a personal monthly update by e-mail about the progress of the production.

Thank you very much for your support!! And please spread the word about my Indiegogo campaign.”

 

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You can’t put together a record like this without putting your heart into it. I felt every moment of it. I got that from Nat King Cole, he put his heart into everything he did. I’m excited for you to hear this album. You can preview the entire album here and also check out the special deals that we have put together for you.

I hope you enjoy listening to this as much as I have making it.

Thank you for your support,

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As a performing artist, composer, teacher and businessman, Eric is more active and productive than ever and continues to strive for excellence in everything he is involved with. Already having produced his own self tiled new album and a project for guitarist and tenor banjo player, Tony Lombardo, Eric has already begun planning an early 2013 release tentatively entitled “4″ which will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 16th Street Church bombing with songs of healing, reconciliation and hope .

Ticket online at Evntbrite.com $15.00 More at the door.

Sunday, May 19, 2013 7:30pm in EDT

Acoustix Jazz (Restaurant & Lounge), 840 Marietta Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30318

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Jazz is a splendid genre born of African and European roots and come to beautiful fruition amidst Southern black communities in the tumultuous times afflicting such communities in the early 20th century United States. Not just its sound, but its mere existence, speaks to powerful cultural roots oft overlooked or brushed aside by other genres that have risen to popularity since.

The Playboy Jazz Festival is an annual fest that seeks to honor this tradition while offering a stage with which new artists of the genre can be heard. It is a festival with a history going back over half a century and it remains popular to this day.

Don’t miss the 35th Anniversary! Come celebrate with Playboy and an amazing all-star lineup of the best jazz musicians around.

35th Anniversary Line-Up

Saturday, June 15: 3:00-11:00 p.m.
George Lopez, master of ceremonies

George Duke with special guest Jeffrey Osborne

Naturally 7 with special guest Herbie Hancock

Angelique Kidjo with special guest Hugh Masekela

Olé Coltrane featuring Poncho Sanchez and his Latin Jazz Band with special guest James Carter

Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band with special guest Lee Ritenour

Gregory Porter

Robert Glasper Experiment

Grace Kelly Quintet with special guest Phil Woods

Pedrito Martinez Group featuring Ariacne Trujillo

Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Jason Goldman

Also coming to Hollywood Bowl this summer:

Smooth Summer Jazz: Dave Koz & Friends Summer Horns Tour 2013: Sunday, August 18, 2013 – 6:00pm
Diana Ross: Saturday, August 3, 2013 – 8:00pm
Sergio Mendes • Herb Alpert & Lani Hall: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 – 8:00pm
Steve Martin • Preservation Hall Jazz Band • Madeleine Peyroux: Wednesday, August 7, 2013 – 8:00pm
An Evening with Natalie Cole: Wednesday, August 14, 2013 – 8:00pm

Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Hollywood, California 90068

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If your Husband,Wife,Mommy or Daddy will let you stay out late I would appreciate it if you come to the Blue Note and check out this smoking band of Jason Miles, Ingrid, Jensen, Jay Rodriguez, Amanda Ruzza and the great Will Calhoun take you on a Journey of Electric Miles from The Cellar Door Sessions to the album Miles to Miles. You won’t forget this!

From his synth programming on Miles Davis’ Tutu, Music From Siesta and Amandla to his partnership with DJ Logic and Falu in the global fusion group Global Noize, GRAMMY-winning keyboardist Jason Miles brings the highest level of artistry to his work. His years of collaboration with Marcus Miller include the Miles Davis projects and classic recordings by David Sanborn and Luther Vandross. Miles has also worked with Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Michael Brecker, The Crusaders, Ruben Blades, Freddy Cole, George Benson, Joe Sample, Herb Alpert, Vanessa Williams, Grover Washington Jr., and Lea Salonga. He has also performed at Monterey Jazz Festival, Jazz Aspen, Umbria Jazz, North Sea, Jacksonville Jazz Fest, Jazz Fest NOLA, and Blue Note Tokyo.

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Showtime: 12:30AM
Doors Open at 12:00AM

Blue Note New York, 131 West 3rd Street, New York, NY 10012

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Introducing a ‘signature’ jazz series to the citizens of Dallas and all jazz lovers: Uptown Jazz Dallas | Live on the Lawn at Klyde Warren Park presented by Chase.

This is the beginning of a new tradition for jazz in the heart of downtown Dallas and represents a significant milestone for the both Klyde Warren Park and Uptown Jazz Dallas (the Festival organization). Together, we’ll bring you the best park experience featuring our area’s top jazz artists from North Texas as well as, internationally acclaimed jazz/soul performances.

Klyde Warren Park, 2012 Woodall Rodgers Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75201

Don’t forget to order your copy of the new Chieli Minucci & EFX CD, “Genesis” marking 30 years for the jazz supergroup.!!! “GENESIS” available May 21, 2013 on Shanachie. Buy at:Amazon.com!

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GRAMMY® Award-Winning guitarist Earl Klugh annually invites jazz and music enthusiasts to a unique, luxurious getaway at the Mobil Travel Guide Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond BROADMOOR Resort in Colorado Springs. It’s the perfect destination to enjoy exceptional hospitality, accommodations and world-class music – all among the splendor of the Colorado Rockies. Our community of fans, The Broadmoor and its staff, and performances from the likes of Al Jarreau,

Roberta Flack, Chris Botti, Bob James, Patti Austin, Arturo Sandoval, Chuck Mangione, Ramsey Lewis, Spyro Gyra, Joe Sample and many more create this outstanding weekend experience that sells out each year. April 4-6, 2013 marks Klugh’s 10th Annual Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor with Chris Botti, Fourplay, Joe Sample, Take 6 and Earl Klugh.

For a 10th straight season, GRAMMY®-winning guitarist Earl Klugh hosts his Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor featuring exceptional musicians and performances, along with unique culinary and wine experiences.

This April 4-6, join Earl Klugh and The Broadmoor to celebrate 10 years of unforgettable Weekend of Jazz memories with talent from Klugh’s first-ever Weekend of Jazz: Multi-platinum selling trumpeter CHRIS BOTTI returns, as well as legendary pianist BOB JAMES – this time with his chart-topping Supergroup FOURPLAY, featuring HARVEY MASON, NATHAN EAST, and CHUCK LOEB; pianist, composer and Crusaders founder JOE SAMPLE; your GRAMMY®-winning host EARL KLUGH, plus for the first time at Weekend of Jazz, 10-Time GRAMMY®-winning vocal group TAKE 6.

Two Night Packages are on sale now! Call 866-837-9520 today to make your reservation, or visit the EVENTS page above for more details!

The Broadmoor, 1 Lake Ave, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906

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An early summer, world-class, outdoor jazz festival hosted at The Preserve in beautiful Hoover, Alabama; held annually the weekend after Memorial Day. Voted as one of the 50 “Must See Music Festivals” of 2011 in conjunction with The Year of Alabama Music.

4pm Kim Scott | 5pm Good Times Brass Band | 6:30pm Alex Bugnon with Eric Essix | 8pm Spyro Gyra

Sunday, June 02, 2013 – 4:00 pm

Regions Park/Hoover Met, 100 Ben Chapman Dr, Hoover, Alabama 35244

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The 23nd annual Boscov’s Berks Jazz Fest will take place on on April 5-14, 2013. The festival is well known for its friendly atmosphere and the numerous volunteers that help things go smoothly, in addition to the large number of top-notch artists performing there.

Check out the lineup at the festival site, highlights include Rick Braun, Gerald Veasley, Kirk Whalum, Jonathan Butler, David Benoit, Brian Bromberg, Chuck Loeb, Eric Marienthal, Maysa & Her Jazz Funk Soul Symphony, Norman Brown,  Richard Elliot, Peter White, Jeff Lorber, Fourplay, Elan Trotman, Najee, Michael Lington and many more!

It’s going to be another awesome festival!

For more information about the festival visit http://www.berksjazzfest.com.