A Jazz Arrangement of John Lennon’s All-Time Classic, “Imagine”, for Big Band Orchestra. Performed by Christian Conti & His Orchestra, an Army of Very Talented Students from Berklee College of Music. Arranged by Christian Conti And TONIGHT, The Big Band is Playing tonight at 8pm in David Friend Recital Hall at Berklee with saxophone legend … Read More
Special Announcement
Bassist and Composer Matt Ulery Announces 7th album, “Festival” out October 4, 2016 on Woolgathering Records
Prolific and earnest bassist/composer, Matt Ulery, helps to spearhead a musical movement of art and beauty emerging out of the vibrant, blossoming scene in Chicago with his 7th album, “Festival.” Featuring his quintet (Loom) and an expanded 27-piece jazz orchestra (Loom/Large), this major work in three parts will be available on double vinyl, CD, and … Read More
Virtuoso Violinist Scott Tixier releases his sophomore album Cosmic Adventure 9/9
“Listening to Scott’s playing makes me very happy because the future of modern jazz violin is in very good hands. He displays a musical maturity in this album which is surprising considering his young age, drawing inspiration from deep inside and not rehashing what others have played before him, which makes his style original. He … Read More
New Release – BALDHILL MUSIC presents JARRETT CHERNER: EXPANDING HEART – October 21
Pianist JARRETT CHERNER Releases Powerful Trio Album ‘EXPANDING HEART’ on his BaldHill Music label [Street Date: 21 October 2016] Date features (mainly) bassist Jorge Roeder, drummer Jason Burger Cherner back as a leader after two extraordinary releases with collaborative jazz quintet Sketches Baldhill Music proudly presents the October 21 release of ‘Expanding Heart’ presented by pianist … Read More
Sivan Arbel Embarks on Canadian Tour
Sivan Arbel Embarks on Canadian Tour The critically acclaimed New York vocalist will visit Montreal, Ottawa and Calgary. Vocalist and composer Sivan Arbel is proud to announce her summer summer tour in Canada to celebrate the release of her debut album ‘Broken Lines’. Sivan will begin with two dates in Montreal at Barfly and the Composers Jazz Festival, travel to Ottawa … Read More
International Association of Schools of Jazz (IASJ) Presents 26th Annual Conference at Berklee College of Music, Boston MA
The International Association of Schools of Jazz (IASJ) presents its 26th annual meeting in Boston, Massachusetts at Berklee College of Music from June 25 to July 1, 2016. The meeting will include over 100 participants including students, teachers and representatives from approximately 40 colleges and universities from all parts of the globe including Austria, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, … Read More
New Video: Christian Conti Reimagines ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’
Over the Rainbow, Arranged & Performed by Christian Conti, Acapella Style. Inspired by Take 6 & Jacob Collier. Absolutely NO Autotunes or Melodynes used. Words and Music by E.Y. Harburg & Harold Arlen
Vocalist and Composer Sivan Arbel Announces Debut Album “Broken Lines” to be released June 1
Vocalist and composer Sivan Arbel is proud to announce the June 1st release of her debut album “Broken Lines”. With her debut, Arbel breaks the mold with angular yet beautiful melodies, sophisticated arrangements and emotionally charged lyrics that bring listeners on an unforgettable journey into a new realm of contemporary jazz. Born and raised in … Read More
Celebrated guitarist & composer FABRIZIO SOTTI announces new album FORTY – 6/10
World renowned guitarist and composer Fabrizio Sotti proudly announces the June 10 release of “Forty”, his fourth album as a leader. The release of “Forty” will be celebrated on June 9 at the Highline Ballroom in New York City as part of the Blue Note Jazz Festival. The release of “Forty” also coincides with the … Read More
CBC Music First Play: Brandee Younger, Wax and Wane
First Play: Brandee Younger, Wax and Wane Article posted by Del F. Cowie in First Play Visit the stream here. Brandee Younger Wax and Wane Stream until Feb. 19 Brandee Younger is an accomplished harpist who balances her classically trained background with an eye on contemporary music. This approach is borne out on Wax and … Read More