When little in the world seems to make much sense anymore, when all the noise, turmoil and strife is getting…
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“Whisper Not” by Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers is a standout track from their 1960 album “The Big Beat.”…
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Bill Evans, a revered jazz pianist, delivered a haunting rendition of “Autumn Leaves.” Composed by Joseph Kosma with lyrics by…
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Drawing on years of interviews and eyewitness accounts, Down On The Corner: Adventures in Busking and Street Music – due…
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“You Upset Me Baby” is a pivotal track in B.B. King’s career, released in 1954 under the RPM label. Born…
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Dave Brubeck’s “Blue Rondo à la Turk” from his 1959 album Time Out is an innovative jazz piece known for…
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