#jazz

#jazz

Improvisation as a musical practice transcends mechanical routines, emphasizing coherence in musical articulations over mere recall of scales or fixed phrases, which leads to true artistic expression.

Knoel Scott's performance with Sun Ra's Arkestra exemplified dynamic leadership, as he constantly switched instruments and managed solos while engaging deeply with the audience.

Charmaine Lee uses her voice as a tool for expression, creating a unique musical language that incorporates elements reminiscent of experimental electronics and noise music.

Now in its 60th year, Summerfest brings an outstanding roster of jazz stars and emerging talents to Harlem's Grant's Tomb and Marcus Garvey Park for free musical performances.

The McFerrin name comes with a lot, and I think that that's incredible. It comes with a lot of Black American history, and I just want to carry that forward.

Across its 11 tracks, tempos rarely exceed 100bpm, wallowing in tranquil bass lines and languorous grooves.

Moran accepted the position at the Kennedy Center in 2011, a year after his predecessor, Dr. Billy Taylor, died, and hosted numerous performances and education programs.

Swing is a musical system that causes joy, euphoria, and optimism. Explaining it is akin to defining a religion in a few words.

Miles Davis' 'Kind of Blue' revolutionized jazz, influencing all of music with its modal approach, showcasing a fun blend of rising and falling arpeggios in 'So What.'

Ben LaMar Gay's debut album, Downtown Castles Can Never Block the Sun, was a compilation of seven unreleased albums recorded over seven years, showcasing Chicago's hidden talent.

Ken Peplowski melds swing traditions with modern sensibility, performing as a world-class jazz tenor saxophonist and clarinetist, exploring melody and cross-genre influences.

Mitchell's jazz musical journey is celebrated in 'Joni's Jazz,' which compiles 61 tracks from her 1968 debut to her 2022 Newport Festival performance, honoring her love for jazz.

It's been said that the United States won the Cold War without firing a shot, which might surprise veterans of Korea and Vietnam.

The Berkeley Public Library’s live-music series 'In The Stax' returns with an intimate performance by local artist Connoisseur Rat, blending genres like jazz and lo-fi hip hop.

Jeff Goldblum reflects on his early life and passion for jazz, highlighting how a jazz arrangement ignited his love for piano and shaped his artistic journey.

Alice Coltrane's 'Journey in Satchidananda' transcends music, merging jazz with spiritual influences, symbolizing her transformative journey through India and her growth as an artist.

The collaboration features talented musicians including the late Alland Byallo on trumpet and Dave Aju on vibraphone, merging intricate jazz elements with electronic sounds.