Andrew Read – Jazz in Europe

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Interview: Daniel Dettwiler – Recording Jazz, part 1

I recently had the privilege of conducting an extensive interview with Daniel Dettwiler, one of Europe’s leading recording engineers specializing in jazz. What was initially...

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CD Review: Stephen Henderson, Tales of the Skald

Scotland’s vibrant jazz scene has been capturing well-deserved attention from across the UK, with the rise of artists like Fergus McCreadie, Georgia Cécile, and Matt...

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Siena Jazz Summer Workshop: A Hub for Jazz Education

The Siena Jazz International Summer Workshop, now in its 54th year, continues to be a cornerstone of jazz education in Europe. Set against the backdrop of Siena’s historic...

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The Enigma of the Köln Concert

UPDATE: The crowdfunding campaign to finance a new documentary film about Keith Jarrett’s legendary 1975 Köln Concert has reached an incredible milestone, raising over 75%...

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Saxophonist Jon De Lucia Revisits Dave Brubeck Octet.

Brooklyn-based alto saxophonist and musicologist Jon De Lucia is set to release a new album, “The Brubeck Octet Project,” on July 12, 2024, through his own Musæum...

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Bob Moses – Preserving the Legacy of a Musical Luminary.

Project Update. Last October we published a story about a documentary project on the life and legacy of legendary drummer Ra Kalam Bob Moses. Since then the project has made...

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Meshell Ndegeocello’s Powerful Homage to James Baldwin

Meshell Ndegeocello has announced her second Blue Note album, a profound tribute to the legendary writer and activist James Baldwin. Titled No More Water: The Gospel Of James...

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CD Review: Jack Magnet Science, Future Forecast.

It’s not that often these days, given the amount of music I receive, that album arrives that compels me to hit the repeat button time and time again. Such was the case when...

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CD Review: Winther, Andersson. Watts, WAW

I’ve always believed that the convergence of diverse influences often yields some remarkable results. ‘WAW!’, the debut Trio recording by the trio of Carl...

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David Linx, Outside of the Ordinary

David Linx is in no doubt one of the most versatile and creative male vocalists on the Europen, and indeed the world jazz scene. As the son of the composer and musician Elias...

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What’s on at Ronnie Scotts?

In the heart of London’s vibrant Soho district lies a true gem of the jazz world – Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club. This iconic venue has been a mecca for music lovers and...

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