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Sylvie Courvoisier & Mary Halvorson – It Takes Two to Tango

With or without vocals, there are no other instruments but the piano and the guitar, which musicians can perform solo for hours to enraptured audiences, whether classical, jazz or...

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Celebrating the life and musical legacy of Barbara Thompson MBE

I was fortunate enough to interview Barbara Thompson a few years ago and opened my article with this statement: Barbara Thompson writes and performs for the saxophone like no...

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Isabelle Hiseman – Keeping the family musical flame burning

To continue coverage of the stunning Barbara Thompson Memorial Concert on 2nd June 2023 at Union Chapel, London, I would like to introduce the youngest performer of the evening,...

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CD Review: Astghik Martirosyan, Distance

Astghik Martirosyan, a gifted vocalist and composer, graces the world with her debut album, “Distance,” a compelling exploration of her artistic prowess and heartfelt...

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Album Preview: Bliss Quintet, Glasshouse

The Bliss Quintet, a young and vibrant Norwegian jazz ensemble, will set the jazz world abuzz with the release of their highly anticipated second album, “Glasshouse,”...

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Tobias Haug’s Awakening, a Sonic Journey Beyond Tradition

This autumn, young Swiss saxophonist, Tobias Haug is set to release his latest album, “Awakening,” on October 27th via Mons Records. Following his 2021 release,...

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Album Preview: Thimo Niesterok’s “Stepping Forward”

This coming autumn, German trumpeter Thimo Niesterok gears up to release his third album, “Stepping Forward,” on October 20th, 2023, on the Mons Records label....

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Göksel Yilmaz Ensemble: stepping up to assist the local musicians

In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck southern Turkey in February 2023, the Göksel Yilmaz Ensemble is stepping up to assist the local musicians who have suffered...

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CD Review: Logan Kane, Floor Plans

Hailing from the vibrant LA jazz scene, bass player and composer Logan Kane steps into the limelight with his debut album, “Floor Plans.” Scheduled for release, this...

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Peter Johnstone takes “dream team” on the road.

Award-winning Scottish keyboardist Peter Johnstone leads a “dream team” of world class jazz talents on a six-concert tour from Thursday 19th to Tuesday 24th October....

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CD Review: Klas Lindquist, Alternative Source of Energy

Swedish saxophonist and composer Klas Lindquist, a recipient of multiple prestigious awards, is set to unveil his latest album this autumn. Titled “Alternative Source of...

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