The sudden interest in jazz from the late ’60s and early ’70s is leading new audiences to listen to the works of such groovy ...
Pharoah Sanders’ 1977 release Izipho Zam (My Gifts) on the Strata-East label is a fascinating listen. Widely regarded as a landmark in the evolution of free jazz, it continues to grow on me—and that, ...
Debbie McClain honored as Brooklyn Jazz Hero; Ron Carter, Edmar Castaneda, Avery Sommers light up NYC stages with unforgettable performances.
Chant Du Saxophone - Enjoy the lush and mysterious sounds of French music performed by an exciting yet subtle chamber duo. This concert explores a diverse range ...
At the Hot Club of New York, patrons revisit the music’s past by spinning shellac 78 RPM discs of recordings made in the ...
Allen Ginsberg, a powerful voice of the Beat Generation, drew deep inspiration from jazz. His groundbreaking poem "Howl" has ...
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Me & My Jazz (Episode 2): Did Wynton Marsalis save jazz?

By Yomi SOWER “Ma’am what would you like to order?” The handsomely-attired waiter asked as he handed me the menu. I received it and glanced up to see a sparkling set of dentition and his beaming smile ...
From the Harlem Renaissance to modern improvisation, jazz has always been connected to wellness and self-expression.
For years, various musicians and instigators have dreamed of a festival to showcase Nashville’s hometown jazz talent, and ...
Burkill, a stalwart of the Leeds jazz scene for decades, was a well-kept secret in the North of England until ATA Records ...
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater announced their October 20 through November 2 lineup of shows, including The Bean ...
By Yomi SowerA few Saturdays ago in September, I was at the Radio Station, sitting behind the studio console, headphones on, ...