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Composing is a kind of listening: A conversation with Deena T. Grossman * Oregon ArtsWatch

Deena T. Grossman blends various folk music traditions with a deep connection to nature, emphasizing the importance of community and environmental responsibility.
#jazz

QOW Trio - New Album on Ubuntu, 'The Hold-Up', and touring

Playing with QOW Trio has reinvigorated Spike Wells' playing and musical career
'The Hold Up' is a lively and spirited jazz album with exciting interplay and improvisation

The Improvisational Nature of LLMs and Human Thought

LLMs, akin to jazz, blend structure and spontaneity, expanding the boundaries of human thought and creativity.

With a core in gospel, saxophonist James Brandon Lewis branches out

James Brandon Lewis transitioned from the gospel music scene to jazz for greater creative freedom and improvisational exploration.

Art Baden - 'How Much Of It Is Real?'

Art Baden's debut album showcases his unique voice, influenced by experiences and mentorship from jazz legends, while exploring diverse musical territories.

Jungle, funk and 14th-century Arabic astronomers: piano virtuoso Pat Thomas on his journey through jazz

Pat Thomas is a genre-defying musician transforming various musical styles into emotionally resonant works.

Keith Jarrett/Gary Peacock/Paul Motian: The Old Country review a delightful return to a cherished jazz venue

Keith Jarrett's return to the Deer Head Inn highlights his enduring connection to jazz and his roots as a musician.

QOW Trio - New Album on Ubuntu, 'The Hold-Up', and touring

Playing with QOW Trio has reinvigorated Spike Wells' playing and musical career
'The Hold Up' is a lively and spirited jazz album with exciting interplay and improvisation

The Improvisational Nature of LLMs and Human Thought

LLMs, akin to jazz, blend structure and spontaneity, expanding the boundaries of human thought and creativity.

With a core in gospel, saxophonist James Brandon Lewis branches out

James Brandon Lewis transitioned from the gospel music scene to jazz for greater creative freedom and improvisational exploration.

Art Baden - 'How Much Of It Is Real?'

Art Baden's debut album showcases his unique voice, influenced by experiences and mentorship from jazz legends, while exploring diverse musical territories.

Jungle, funk and 14th-century Arabic astronomers: piano virtuoso Pat Thomas on his journey through jazz

Pat Thomas is a genre-defying musician transforming various musical styles into emotionally resonant works.

Keith Jarrett/Gary Peacock/Paul Motian: The Old Country review a delightful return to a cherished jazz venue

Keith Jarrett's return to the Deer Head Inn highlights his enduring connection to jazz and his roots as a musician.
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#classical-music

Jon Batiste Can't Stop Thinking About Beethoven

Jon Batiste's new album 'Beethoven Blues' reflects his journey from a lackadaisical piano student to a Grammy-winning artist embracing his classical roots.

A Pianist Who's Not Afraid to Improvise on Mozart

Mozart's cadenzas highlight a soloist's improvisational skill, which was central to his performances.

Jon Batiste Can't Stop Thinking About Beethoven

Jon Batiste's new album 'Beethoven Blues' reflects his journey from a lackadaisical piano student to a Grammy-winning artist embracing his classical roots.

A Pianist Who's Not Afraid to Improvise on Mozart

Mozart's cadenzas highlight a soloist's improvisational skill, which was central to his performances.
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#comedy

Musical comics bring the laughs with bawdy New York Comedy Festival set, 'Don't Stop, I'm About to Jazz' * Brooklyn Paper

The comedy show "Don't Stop, I'm About to Jazz" combines improvisational comedy with live jazz music for a unique and energetic performance.

HellaSecret "Crowd Work" Comedy Monday Nights (SF)

Hellasecret Comedy Night features improvisational comedy every Monday, drawing inspiration from the audience for a unique experience.

Edinburgh festival 2024: the best comedy, theatre and dance already reviewed

Gary McNair creates a joyful one-man show about Billy Connolly
Chris Grace tests acting boundaries with comedy
Reuben Kaye hosts a debauchery-filled cabaret
Sarah Keyworth explores non-binary identity through comedy
Shamilton! offers an improvised hip-hop musical experience

HellaSecret "Crowd Work" Comedy Monday Nights (SF)

HellaSecret Comedy Night offers an interactive comedy experience where audience participation drives the performances by top local comedians.

The Magic of What We Do In the Shadows's Set Is Found in Improv

The final season of What We Do in the Shadows showcases the cast's improvisation skills, creating unique and humorous scenes during filming.

HellaSecret "Crowd Work" Comedy Monday Nights (SF)

Unique comedy experience with improvisation every Monday.
Audience stories inspire original routines by comics.
Exclusive event details revealed only to attendees.
Affordable access through free tickets with RSVP.

Musical comics bring the laughs with bawdy New York Comedy Festival set, 'Don't Stop, I'm About to Jazz' * Brooklyn Paper

The comedy show "Don't Stop, I'm About to Jazz" combines improvisational comedy with live jazz music for a unique and energetic performance.

HellaSecret "Crowd Work" Comedy Monday Nights (SF)

Hellasecret Comedy Night features improvisational comedy every Monday, drawing inspiration from the audience for a unique experience.

Edinburgh festival 2024: the best comedy, theatre and dance already reviewed

Gary McNair creates a joyful one-man show about Billy Connolly
Chris Grace tests acting boundaries with comedy
Reuben Kaye hosts a debauchery-filled cabaret
Sarah Keyworth explores non-binary identity through comedy
Shamilton! offers an improvised hip-hop musical experience

HellaSecret "Crowd Work" Comedy Monday Nights (SF)

HellaSecret Comedy Night offers an interactive comedy experience where audience participation drives the performances by top local comedians.

The Magic of What We Do In the Shadows's Set Is Found in Improv

The final season of What We Do in the Shadows showcases the cast's improvisation skills, creating unique and humorous scenes during filming.

HellaSecret "Crowd Work" Comedy Monday Nights (SF)

Unique comedy experience with improvisation every Monday.
Audience stories inspire original routines by comics.
Exclusive event details revealed only to attendees.
Affordable access through free tickets with RSVP.
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#music

Phil Lesh obituary

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing and songwriting were crucial to the Grateful Dead's improvisational music style and legacy in rock history.

Jazz guitarist Pat Metheny on crafting hits with Joni Mitchell and David Bowie: I had to keep telling myself it was real'

Pat Metheny is a prolific guitarist, performing over 150 shows a year and releasing new music, showcasing his mastery in improvisation and composition.

Alexander Hawkins & Sofia Jernberg - 'Musho'

Hawkins and Jernberg's collaboration merges various cultural traditions, embodying themes of displacement, home, and identity through innovative improvisation.

Terry Riley: Descending Moonshine Dervishes

Descending Moonshine Dervishes showcases an evolution in Riley's sound, merging just intonation and improvisational techniques to create a unique musical experience.

Rushadicus the Cello Goblin Ascends to New Heights

Rushadicus, aka the Cello Goblin, creatively elevates music through unique physical perches, intertwining excitement and improvisation in his performances.

Edie Brickell and Trever Hagen on the Improvised Magic of Heavy MakeUp's Here It Comes: Podcast

The album Here It Comes was created through completely improvised sessions, reflecting a unique creative process.

Phil Lesh obituary

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing and songwriting were crucial to the Grateful Dead's improvisational music style and legacy in rock history.

Jazz guitarist Pat Metheny on crafting hits with Joni Mitchell and David Bowie: I had to keep telling myself it was real'

Pat Metheny is a prolific guitarist, performing over 150 shows a year and releasing new music, showcasing his mastery in improvisation and composition.

Alexander Hawkins & Sofia Jernberg - 'Musho'

Hawkins and Jernberg's collaboration merges various cultural traditions, embodying themes of displacement, home, and identity through innovative improvisation.

Terry Riley: Descending Moonshine Dervishes

Descending Moonshine Dervishes showcases an evolution in Riley's sound, merging just intonation and improvisational techniques to create a unique musical experience.

Rushadicus the Cello Goblin Ascends to New Heights

Rushadicus, aka the Cello Goblin, creatively elevates music through unique physical perches, intertwining excitement and improvisation in his performances.

Edie Brickell and Trever Hagen on the Improvised Magic of Heavy MakeUp's Here It Comes: Podcast

The album Here It Comes was created through completely improvised sessions, reflecting a unique creative process.
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#phil-lesh

The Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh dies at 84

Phil Lesh, founding member of The Grateful Dead, has passed away at 84, leaving a significant musical legacy that shaped rock and improvisational music.

Phil Lesh Didn't Hold Songs Down. He Lifted Them Higher.

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing was essential to the Grateful Dead's unique sound, characterized by intricate, spontaneous interactions with fellow musicians.

The wild spirit of Phil Lesh ripples in unexpected directions - 48 hills

Phil Lesh's innovative bass technique was integral to The Grateful Dead's unique sound and performance style.
Lesh's ability to adapt and listen shaped the band's improvisational approach to music.

What I learned from interviewing Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh

Phil Lesh's initial rehearsal with the Warlocks revealed his realization about the artistic potential of group improvisation and electric music.

The Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh dies at 84

Phil Lesh, founding member of The Grateful Dead, has passed away at 84, leaving a significant musical legacy that shaped rock and improvisational music.

Phil Lesh Didn't Hold Songs Down. He Lifted Them Higher.

Phil Lesh's innovative bass playing was essential to the Grateful Dead's unique sound, characterized by intricate, spontaneous interactions with fellow musicians.

The wild spirit of Phil Lesh ripples in unexpected directions - 48 hills

Phil Lesh's innovative bass technique was integral to The Grateful Dead's unique sound and performance style.
Lesh's ability to adapt and listen shaped the band's improvisational approach to music.

What I learned from interviewing Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh

Phil Lesh's initial rehearsal with the Warlocks revealed his realization about the artistic potential of group improvisation and electric music.
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Anna Kendrick slams icky' director for embarrassing her in front of 100 extras: Fk you'

Anna Kendrick recounted an embarrassing experience where a director belittled her after an improvisation attempt in front of many extras, highlighting the toxic side of directing.

Daily Slop - 12 Oct 24 - Washington's focus on practicing 'the 2nd play' is paying off on Sundays

In football, preparing for broken plays through rehearsed improvisation allows teams to adapt and make the most of chaotic situations.
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Nidia / Valentina Magaletti / Nidia & Valentina: Estradas

The collaboration between Nídia and Valentina Magaletti on "Mata" explores innovative rhythms blending dance elements with live instrumentation.

"If you think about the end, then better not to start": on Damo Suzuki's never ending tour - The Wire

Damo Suzuki was the vocalist for the band Can from 1970-73 and has since embarked on a Never Ending Tour, improvising with local musicians at each venue.
Suzuki believes in the magic of serendipity and prefers to make music when he doesn't know what will happen.

Nidia / Valentina Magaletti / Nidia & Valentina: Estradas

The collaboration between Nídia and Valentina Magaletti on "Mata" explores innovative rhythms blending dance elements with live instrumentation.

"If you think about the end, then better not to start": on Damo Suzuki's never ending tour - The Wire

Damo Suzuki was the vocalist for the band Can from 1970-73 and has since embarked on a Never Ending Tour, improvising with local musicians at each venue.
Suzuki believes in the magic of serendipity and prefers to make music when he doesn't know what will happen.
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Barker/Parker/Irabagon - 'Bakunawa'

Bakunawa showcases the close listening and improvisation skills of Andrew Barker, William Parker, and Jon Irabagon in a free jazz setting.

17 Pro Tips to Perfect One-on-One Interviews

User research requires thorough preparation similar to improv performance.
#cooking

Choose Your Own Meatball Adventure

This article promotes culinary creativity by encouraging improvisation in recipes, particularly with meatballs, to tailor meals to personal taste.
The recipes featured highlight innovative techniques to enhance flavor and presentation, emphasizing artistic cooking.

This is THE BEST guacamole recipe.'

Skirt steak can be a delicious and affordable option for a meal
Creating simple, flavorful dishes doesn't always require a precise recipe

Choose Your Own Meatball Adventure

This article promotes culinary creativity by encouraging improvisation in recipes, particularly with meatballs, to tailor meals to personal taste.
The recipes featured highlight innovative techniques to enhance flavor and presentation, emphasizing artistic cooking.

This is THE BEST guacamole recipe.'

Skirt steak can be a delicious and affordable option for a meal
Creating simple, flavorful dishes doesn't always require a precise recipe
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Obama improvised the viral size joke about Trump at the DNC, his speechwriter says

Obama's improvised joke at the DNC effectively mocked Trump, drawing laughter and going viral.

Ukraine Reportedly Turned a Hydrogen Car Into an Improvised Hydrogen Bomb

Ukrainian fighters creatively built a hydrogen bomb using parts from a wrecked Toyota fuel cell vehicle, gaining an edge against Russian forces.

Montreal Jazz Fest 2024 Offered a Blueprint for Fixing the Broken Music Festival System

The Montreal Jazz Festival prioritizes music celebration over profit, offering a model for rejuvenating the festival experience.

Amazon's Fallout TV show might include even more classic Fallout references than its creators intended, thanks to some improv

Original Fallout co-creator Tim Cain noticed a possible reference to the game in Amazon's Fallout TV show, which might have been an unplanned homage by the actors.
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Matthew Shipp - 'New Concepts in Piano Trio Jazz'

The album is praised as one of the greatest trio albums in the realm of jazz piano trios.
The success of the album is attributed to the long-standing collaboration and interplay between the trio members.

Michael Wollny & Joachim Kuhn - 'Duo'

Michael Wollny and Joachim Kühn are two superb pianists who have come together in a duo setting to create a rhapsodic and reflective collaboration.
Their playing is elegant and restrained, with occasional passages of storming counterpoint and moments of stirring free improvisation.

Matthew Shipp - 'New Concepts in Piano Trio Jazz'

The album is praised as one of the greatest trio albums in the realm of jazz piano trios.
The success of the album is attributed to the long-standing collaboration and interplay between the trio members.

Michael Wollny & Joachim Kuhn - 'Duo'

Michael Wollny and Joachim Kühn are two superb pianists who have come together in a duo setting to create a rhapsodic and reflective collaboration.
Their playing is elegant and restrained, with occasional passages of storming counterpoint and moments of stirring free improvisation.
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Brass Monkeys, 'Lullabite' album launch, PizzaExpress 28 April

The Brass Monkeys' unique sound with an interesting mix of instruments enhances their musical compositions.
A balance of structured arrangements and spontaneous improvisations brings a dynamic element to their performances.

Xantone Blacq and Friends 'Celebrating Herbie Hancock'. Jazz Cafe POSK, 23 Mar.

Herbie Hancock's influence on jazz and funk music is significant.
The event at Jazz Café POSK celebrates Herbie Hancock's jazz-funk music, focusing on collaborations from the 1970s.

They Might Be Giants announce 2024 US tour dates

They Might Be Giants have announced a 2024 US tour with multiple-night runs in select cities.
The tour will feature two different shows each night with improvisation and varied setlists.

Damo Suzuki, Pioneering Vocalist of Can, Dead at 74

Damo Suzuki, the lead singer of Can from 1970-1973, has died at the age of 74.
Suzuki was known for his innovative and improvisational approach to singing.

Paul Dunmall Quintet / Ed Puddick /Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Big Band - 'Soultime Again'

Paul Dunmall is known for his powerful and expressive saxophone playing.
The album 'Soultime Again' combines Dunmall's improvisational energy with the arrangements of a 14-piece big band.

Peter Bernstein and Jesse van Ruller at Pizza Express Dean Street

Peter Bernstein and Jesse van Ruller performed together at Pizza Express Jazz Club in London.
The duo's improvisational skills and seamless interplay were the highlights of the performance.

Chris Chandler at Elizabeth Leach Gallery

Chris Chandler's solo exhibition 'Elemental Forms' explores balance between formalism and improvisation.
Chandler draws inspiration from Bauhaus and Constructivist movements, evident in his use of simple geometric shapes.

Purdy knows 'the truth' about outsiders' game-manager label

Brock Purdy's ability to improvise and make plays outside of the designed offense is a valuable asset for the 49ers.
Purdy dismisses the label of being a 'system quarterback' and sees it as a compliment.

Germana La Sorsa Album Launch: 'Primary Colours', Vortex, 26 Jan '24

Germana La Sorsa will be releasing her second album, Primary Colours, on 26 January.
Primary Colours expresses something fresh, new, and unexpected, pushing boundaries in jazz music.

James Elkington: Me Neither

James Elkington is a British-born, Chicago-based guitarist known for his collaborations with various artists.
Elkington's latest album, Me Neither, features improvisational pieces and quixotic touches of found sound.

The Poetry of Tango

The Philadelphia Tango Festival celebrates the poetry and embrace of tango, emphasizing improvisation and connection among dancers.

Tutu Puoane at Ronnie Scott's

Tutu Puoane's UK debut at Ronnie Scott's showcased her mastery of improvisation and engaging with the audience through poetry-inspired music.

A massive, outdoor raga festival is happening this weekend in Brooklyn

A festival in Downtown Brooklyn celebrates Indian classical music with a modern twist on July 21.

Zac Efron Reveals He Improvised This 'High School Musical' Scene

One of Zac Efron's memorable High School Musical scenes was improvised.
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