In the early 1950s, George Avakian was a dynamic force in the record business. During those years, the 33 1/3…
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Interview with Jon Hendricks: The art of crafting words to famed jazz solos: Video
Jon Hendricks, a singer, songwriter and lyricist who pioneered vocalese—the art of crafting words to famed jazz solos—and was a…
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Louis Hayes used his hyper-responsive left hand to goose the soloists in his sextet: Video
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Interview with Judi Silvano: It is all about Feeling. From the Heart … Video
Jazz interview with jazz singer / composer / lyricist Judi Silvano. An interview by email in writing. JazzBluesNews.Space: – First…
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David Cooper is widely recognized as one of the most versatile trumpets players: Video
26.11. – Happy Birthday !!! David Cooper is widely recognized as one of the most versatile trumpets players in the…
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Jim Mullen – jazz guitarist with a distinctive style: Video
26.11. – Happy Birthday !!! Jim Mullen is a Glasgow-born jazz guitarist with a distinctive style, like Wes Montgomery before…
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