Grachan Moncur III, a trombonist and composer who forged a unique identity in the “new thing” of 1960s jazz, died in his longtime home city … Read More “Grachan Moncur III 1937 – 2022” The post Grachan Moncur III 1937 – 2022 appeared first on JazzTimes.
Most jazz musicians are underappreciated, baritone saxophonist Pepper Adams included, but he suffers a double whammy on this count as his instrument also usually fails … Read More “Pepper Adams with The Tommy Banks Trio: Live at Room at the Top (Reel to Real)” The post Pepper Adams with The Tommy Banks Trio: Live at…
Session players have always been my thing. Not to take away from the singers or bandleaders or what have you, but I’m more interested in … Read More “Artist’s Choice: Jimmy James on Session Cats” The post Artist’s Choice: Jimmy James on Session Cats appeared first on JazzTimes.
The DC Jazz Festival has announced the three finalists for its annual DCJazzPrix Competition: Akua Allrich & the Tribe, the Jalen Baker Quartet, and the … Read More “DC Jazz Festival Announces DCJazzPrix Competition Finalists” The post DC Jazz Festival Announces DCJazzPrix Competition Finalists appeared first on JazzTimes.
Vocalist Tierney Sutton’s Berklee College of Music-honed phrasing and articulation have earned her notoriety and nine Grammy nominations since starting her recording career 25 years … Read More “Tierney Sutton: Paris Sessions 2 (BFM Jazz)” The post Tierney Sutton: Paris Sessions 2 (BFM Jazz) appeared first on JazzTimes.
Three-time Academy of Country Music® Piano/Keyboard Player of the Year and New Haven Records recording artist Gordon Mote was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters by Jacksonville State University (AL) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to music. The post Gordon Mote Receives Honorary Doctorate from Jacksonville State University appeared first on The Gospel Music…
Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom is an illuminating film of deep understanding and thoughtful perspectives about the complex history of race, slavery, and faith in America. The post Juneteenth: Faith And Freedom – A New Film That Explores The Significance Of The Holiday appeared first on The Gospel Music Association.
The CMB Awards Dinner at Momentum 2022 announced Station of the Year and Special Awards recipients. The post CMB 2022 Award Winners Announced appeared first on The Gospel Music Association.
Talented singer/songwriter Destiny Briona – image courtesy of Instagram The sultry artist Destiny Briona has just released her latest single, “No Drugs” on 2 June, 2022 across all the usual streaming platforms. “No Drugs” is now the seventh single by this talented young woman. Destiny Briona has been busy in the recording studio since 2018.…
History Of Music In America To understand why a lot of today’s music trends start in the United States, you need to look back at the history of iconic American music. Beginning with Native Americans, the music at that time was primarily spiritual and was used in conjunction with religious practices. The type of music…