remembering
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Steve Reid Has Passed
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My heart is heavy at the news of the passing of percussionist Steve Reid of The Rippingtons. Jeff Kashiwa posted it today on Facebook. He was my favorite percussionist. I’ve loved The Rippingtons for many years, and so much of that love came from Steve’s percussion and the soundscapes he created. His playing had this…
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Remembering Jim Beard
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I first came across Jim Beard’s music on the Michael Brecker recording Now You See It… . He was playing keyboards on this contemporary jazz recording, making modern sounds and jazzing things up. His compositions on that album, “Ode to the Doo Day Day” and especially “Quiet City,” remain some of my favorite memorable songs…
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Remembering Michael Brecker
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I took some time today to reflect on Michael Brecker, who died this day in 2007.
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All-Star Celebration for Chick Corea includes Elektric Band
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This event has been rescheduled. The post has been updated. Jazz at Lincoln Center will honor the music and legacy of late legend Chick Corea on April 15 and 16 with “Celebrating Chick Corea“. John Patitucci will direct the concerts, which will include a mighty who’s who of talent. Expect a reunion the classic members of…
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RIP Nick Colionne and Rohn Lawrence
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It’s always sad to lose people who brought us joy through their love of music. Recently, the contemporary jazz world lost the talents of Rohn Lawrence (Dec. 30) and Nick Colionne (Jan. 1, 2022). It’s a jam in the afterlife. It’s always my hope to see as much jazz is alive news as jazz obituaries….